Asked by Haroon Mirza on Sep 25, 2024
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All of the following are evaluated as "physical characteristics" in a urinalysis except
A) volume of the urine.
B) sediment analysis.
C) transparency.
D) odor.
E) color.
Sediment Analysis
The study and evaluation of accumulation material like soil, rocks, and particulates in natural settings to understand environmental conditions.
Urinalysis
a series of tests performed on urine to detect and manage a wide range of disorders, such as urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes.
Volume
A measure of the amount of space that an object or substance occupies.
- Identify the physical characteristics and analysis methods of urine.
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Evely Morin1 day ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sediment analysis is not considered a physical characteristic in a urinalysis. Physical characteristics typically include volume, transparency, odor, and color. Sediment analysis falls under the category of chemical and microscopic analysis, where the urine is examined for the presence of abnormal substances such as red or white blood cells and bacteria.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the physical characteristics and analysis methods of urine.