ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
EXCRETION
Question
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monitor blood glucose concentration quicker
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the more glucose present, the darker it will be
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measure pH, glucose, ketones and proteins
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greater reading = more glucose present
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Detailed explanation-1: -Definition. The urine protein dipstick test measures the presence of proteins, such as albumin, in a urine sample. Albumin and protein can also be measured using a blood test .
Detailed explanation-2: -The protein test is based on a change in color of a pH indicator (e.g. tetrabromophenol blue) in the presence of varying concentrations of protein when the pH is held constant. The reagent pad contains the indicator and a buffer that holds the pH of the pad at approximately 3. Yellow indicates undetectable protein.
Detailed explanation-3: -Protein in the urine is not usually obvious, but can be detected by a simple dip-stick test, or sometimes by more sensitive lab tests. The presence of protein in the urine can act as a warning signal that not all is well with the kidneys. Usually there are no symptoms.
Detailed explanation-4: -Principle. The test is based on the “protein error” principle of indicators. The test zone is buffered to a constant pH value and changes color from yellow to greenish blue in the presence of albumin. Other proteins are indicated with less sensitivity.