Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Review of week 28th May - 1st June:

Routine Analysis of Urine

This will usually involve two main steps
  1. Multiple reagent test strip
  2. Urine Microscopic Exam

Sample Collection and Analysis Recommendation
  • First morning sample
  • Midstream, clean catch collection
  • Minimum volume of 3 ml (1 ml for children)
  • Analyze within 1-2 hours or refrigerate
The sample should be analyzed first macroscopically for its appearance (e.g. color), odor, etc
The urine chemistry strip is used to determine specific gravity, pH, protein, blood, glucose, ketones, bilirubin, etc

Microscopically, urine is examined for cells (RBCs, WBCs, epithelial cells, etc), bacteria, casts, crystals, etc.

Key QuestionWhat is the value of each of the items looked out for during urine macroscopic or microscopic examination?
What is their relationship to parasitology?







Reading Lists:
1. Manual of Basic Techniques (By WHO)
      Chapter 7. Examination of urine  -----------  Start Page: 233

The following are some useful weblinks. Right Click and open in a new tab or window to view them

Routine Analysis of Stool

This particular topic has been covered several times. I will therefore give you just an overview and recommend that you go back and read the previous notes and your textbooks.















Reading Lists / Additional Information
1. Stool Analysis (Click to download)
2. CDC Parasite Image Library
3. Other Useful Links

4. Diagnostic Decision Trees in Parasitology
5. Parasite Infections
6. Diagnostic Procedures
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