Laboratory Procedures

The kidneys provide the most important regulation of K+. Urine Potassium determination is useful in identification of cause for hyperkalemia or hypokalemia.

The kidney is central to the regulation and conservation of electrolytes in the body. Urinary sodium (Na+) excretion varies with dietary intake, and there is a large diurnal variation with the rate...

The urine protein assay is used in the evaluation of renal disease. It is also used as a screening test for monoclonal gammopathy and postural proteinuria.

The urea nitrogen urine test measures the amount of urea nitrogen in a sample of urine. Measurements obtained by this test are used in the diagnosis of renal and metabolic disease.

This test is used to differentiate acute uric acid nephropathy from other causes of acute kidney failure.

Rheumatoid factor assay is used in the diagnosis and prognosis of rheumatoid arthritis.

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The rubella virus, also known as German measles, produces a characteristic erythematous, macopapular rash, which appear on the face, then spreads to the trunk and extremities and usually resolves i...

  Salicylate is made up of chemicals naturally found in many plants. They are known for their healing powers. These are tiny helpers in a human’s body that act as a “stop” signal for pain o...