Veterinary Technician

Category - Lab Procedures

How soon should urine for a urinalysis be evaluated?
  1. When you have time
  2. After it sits for 30 minutes
  3. As soon as it is collected
  4. The next day
Explanation
Answer: C - Urine should be evaluated as soon as possible to minimize the multiplication of bacteria, autolyzing of cells, dissolving of casts, the production of ammonia, and the increase in pH. These chemical changes of the urine can directly affect results from a urinalysis.
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