Urinalysis and CSF Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of urinalysis and cerebrospinal fluid analysis. Please answer all questions to the best of your ability.
Which of the following is the most common cause of cloudy urine?
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Urinary tract infection
Diabetes mellitus
Hematuria
Proteinuria
Which component is NOT normally found in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
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Glucose
Red blood cells
Chloride
Protein
Select all findings commonly associated with bacterial meningitis in CSF analysis.
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Elevated white blood cell count
Low glucose
High protein
Clear appearance
What is the normal range for urine pH?
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4.5 - 8.0
7.5 - 9.0
2.0 - 5.0
8.5 - 10.0
Which urine finding is most suggestive of nephrotic syndrome?
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Heavy proteinuria
Hematuria
Glucosuria
Ketonuria
Which of the following best describes xanthochromia in CSF?
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Yellow discoloration due to bilirubin
Milky appearance due to lipids
Pink discoloration due to blood
Clear and colorless
A positive nitrite test in urine is most commonly associated with which type of infection?
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Gram-negative bacterial infection
Viral infection
Fungal infection
Parasitic infection
Which type of urinary cast is most specific for acute glomerulonephritis?
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Red blood cell cast
Hyaline cast
Granular cast
Waxy cast
What is the primary function of cerebrospinal fluid?
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Cushion and protect the brain and spinal cord
Transport oxygen to neurons
Produce hormones
Store glucose
Briefly explain the clinical significance of finding glucose in urine.
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