Asked by Tiffany Davis on Jun 03, 2024
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All of the following are normal constituents of urine EXCEPT ________.
A) uric acid
B) urea
C) blood
D) creatinine
Constituents Of Urine
The chemical components of urine, which include water, urea, ions, and traces of organic compounds, varying with diet and health.
Uric Acid
A waste product found in the blood, resulting from the breakdown of cells and foods, which is usually expelled in urine.
Creatinine
A waste product produced by muscles from the breakdown of a compound called creatine, which is involved in the generation of energy in the body. It is removed from the body by the kidneys.
- Comprehend the fundamentals of how urine is produced and its constituent elements.
- Pinpoint usual maladies and compounds that alter the composition of urine.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the fundamentals of how urine is produced and its constituent elements.
- Pinpoint usual maladies and compounds that alter the composition of urine.
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