MODULE 2 Flashcards
urine may be collected by
external introduction of needle through the abdomen into the
bladder
Suprapubic Aspiration (SPA)
Collecting
urine in the middle part of urination. Free from contamination.
Mid- stream catch method/ Clean catch method
- Most concentrated and preferred type of specimen
First morning midstream clean catch specimen/First
Available Specimen (FAS)
- Creatinine clearance test
. 24-hr urine specimen
- Sample taken after eating
2-3 hours postprandial specimen
- Used if patient is having difficulty in voiding
Catheterization
Determine prostate infection
Three-glass collection
▪ Preserves glucose and sediments well
THYMOL
Adequate but rarely used preservatives
THYMOL
Interferes with drug and hormone
analyses
Boric acid
Excellent sediment preservative
FORMALIN
Does not interfere with routine urinalysis
TOLUENE
▪ Inhibit bacterial growth
CHLOROFORM
Causes an odor change
PHENOL
Prevents bacterial growth
Chlorhexidine
For Cathecholamines
Sulfuric acid
Use on Automated instruments. Refrigerate w/in 2
hours.
Usage of
Yellow Plain
Tube
Stable for 72 hours at RT. Preservative is sodium
propionate.
Usage of
Cherry Red
Tube
Sample stable at RT for 48 hrs. Preserves bacteria.
Decreases pH.
Usage of Gray
C&S Tube