MCQ IN MEDICINE

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MEDICINE MCQ

RENAL MEDICINE

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The following principle corresponds to the proof of “The proof is based on the principle of the proof of Legal. Acetoacetic acid and acetone react with sodium nitroprusside and glycine in an alkaline medium to form a violet colored complex.”
A
Ph
B
Proteins
C
Glucose
D
ketone bodies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Principle of Rothera’s Test Acetoacetic acid and acetone react with alkaline solution of sodium nitroprusside to form a purple colored complex. This method can detect above 1-5 mg/dl of acetoacetic acid and 10-20 mg/dl of acetone. Beta-hydroxybutyrate is not detected.

Detailed explanation-2: -Principle of Gerhardt’s test Gerhardt’s test is based on the reaction of ferric chloride with acetoacetic acid to form a port wine or Bordeaux red color. This test detects acetoacetic acid only, Acetone and beta-hydroxybutyrate can’t be detected by this method. It also detects salicylates in urine.

Detailed explanation-3: -A ketones in urine test measures ketone levels in your urine. Normally, the cells in your body use glucose (sugar) from your blood for energy. If your cells can’t get enough glucose, your body breaks down fat for energy instead. This produces an acid called ketones, which can build up in your blood and urine.

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