Analysis of Urine Sample | CHAPTER 17 | Basic Science

Analysis of Urine Sample – Introduction to fundamental concepts of Biological Science including the organization and common characteristics of living matters, cell structures and functions, food production by photosynthesis, harvesting energy, mechanism of cells reproduction, genetics, evolutions, and Human Biology. Introduction to general chemistry including basic concepts about matter, atomic structure, chemical bonds, gases, liquid, and solids, solutions, chemical reactions, acid, bases, and salt;

organic and biochemistry including hydrocarbons and their derivatives, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals, nucleic acids; principles of physics and applications to nursing including gravity and mechanics, pressure, heat and electricity; nuclear chemistry and nuclear physics, effects of radiation on human beings, and protection and disposal. The aim of the course is to acquire knowledge and skills in general biological science, general chemistry and physics.

Analysis of Urine Sample

Urine is the liquid waste produced by the kidneys. Urine is a clear, transparent fluid that normally has an amber color. The average amount of urine excreted in 24 hours is between 5 to 8 cups or 40 and 60 ounces.

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The fluid secretion from the body by the kidneys stored in the bladder and discharges usually voluntarily through the urethra.

Physical Characteristics of Normal Urine:

Procedure of Urine Collection for Routine Examination:

A. Equipment:

1. Clean, wide mouthed container.
2. Laboratory requisition form.
3. Bed pan or urinal.
4. Soap and water.
5. Appropriate laboratory form.
6. Gloves

B. Procedure:

1. Check the physician order and nursing care plan.

2. Identify the patient.

3. Explain procedure to the patient with specific instructions about washing the genital area (skin around the urethra meatus) with soap and water and give the labeled container. Instruct patient not wet the label on the outside.

4. Ask the patient to direct the first and last part of the urine stream into a urinal or toilet and to collect the middle part of the stream into the special container.

5. Have the patient place the specimen container in proper / designated place.

6. With gloved hand place the specimen container in polythene bag.

7. Send specimen to the laboratory with completed, signed laboratory form.

8. Remove gloves and wash hands.

9. Record the procedure in the nurse’s notes and other appropriate forms.

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