Understanding the Urinalysis; Case 4
 
Introduction

Case 1: Dysuria

Case 2: Flu

Case 3: Edema

Case 4: Puffy eyes

Case 5: Hematuria

Case 6: Flank pain

Case 7: Jaundice

Case 8: Fever & pain

Leftovers

Sources of Error

Quiz Please

Mr. TE is a 55 year-old ranch hand who complains of puffy eyes.
  • Complains of puffy eyes.
  • Tired and achy, thinks he has a low grade fever.
  • Says two days ago his urine turned dark brown and has stayed that way.
  • Three weeks ago, while mending fences, he scratched his right leg and developed a skin infection that required antibiotics.
  • He says at that time he developed red streaks up his leg, leading from the area of infection.
  • BP 156/94,  T = 99.2

Urinalysis to the rescue

So what's the problem with Mr. TE?                                                              Back

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