MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

RENAL AND ACID BASE PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The average pH of urine is
A
8.0
B
6.4
C
7.8
D
6.0
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The normal values range from pH 4.6 to 8.0. The examples above are common measurements for results of these tests.

Detailed explanation-2: -Its pH varies between 4.5 and 8.0.

Detailed explanation-3: -Urine is a light yellow colored fluid and slightly acidic in nature. The average value for urine pH in humans is 6. However, the pH may vary from 4-8. The analysis of urine helps in clinical diagnosis of various metabolic and kidney disorders.

Detailed explanation-4: -Diet has little or no impact on the pH of blood, its regulated by organs such as the lungs and kidneys. Blood pH that exceeds 7.8 (a condition known as acidosis) or falls below 6.8 (a condition known as alkalosis) is life threatening.

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