Chapter 16 - Collecting, processing, and testing urine specimens. After you have mastered the material in this chapter, you will be able to: Describe the characteristics of urine, including its formation, physical composition, and chemical properties; explain how to instruct patients in specimen collection; identify guidelines to follow when collecting urine specimens;. | 16 Collecting, Processing, and Testing Urine Specimens 16- Learning Outcomes Describe the characteristics of urine, including its formation, physical composition, and chemical properties. Explain how to instruct patients in specimen collection. Identify guidelines to follow when collecting urine specimens. Describe proper procedures for collecting various urine specimens. 16- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Explain the process of urinary catheterization. List special considerations that may require you to alter guidelines when collecting urine specimens. Explain how to maintain the chain of custody when processing urine specimens. Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. 16- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Describe the process of urinalysis and its purpose. Identify the physical characteristics present in normal urine specimens. Identify the chemicals that may be found in urine specimens. Identify the | 16 Collecting, Processing, and Testing Urine Specimens 16- Learning Outcomes Describe the characteristics of urine, including its formation, physical composition, and chemical properties. Explain how to instruct patients in specimen collection. Identify guidelines to follow when collecting urine specimens. Describe proper procedures for collecting various urine specimens. 16- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Explain the process of urinary catheterization. List special considerations that may require you to alter guidelines when collecting urine specimens. Explain how to maintain the chain of custody when processing urine specimens. Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. 16- Learning Outcomes (cont.) Describe the process of urinalysis and its purpose. Identify the physical characteristics present in normal urine specimens. Identify the chemicals that may be found in urine specimens. Identify the elements categorized and counted as a result of microscopic examination of urine specimens. 16- Introduction Routine analysis of a urine specimen Noninvasive Used to diagnose significant conditions Medical assistant Learn about types of urine specimens Instruct or assist patient in collection of a sample Learn to process urine specimens Learn about normal/abnormal components of urine 16- Role of the Medical Assistant Collect, process, and test urine samples Knowledge necessary Anatomy and physiology of kidneys How urine is formed Normal components of urine 16- Role of the Medical Assistant Safety Standard Precautions PPE as needed Handle and dispose of specimens properly Dispose of used supplies and equipment properly Sanitize, disinfect, and/or sterilize reusable equipment 16- Anatomy and Physiology of the Urinary System Organs Kidneys – remove excess water and waste products Ureters – drain urine into bladder Bladder – stores urine Urethra – drains .
