Chapter 47 - Collecting, processing and testing urine specimens. This chapter reviews the function of the urinary system and the formation of urine. You will learn about various types of urine specimens and howto properly instruct or assist patients with the collection of these specimens. | Chapter 47 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 47 Objectives 47-1 Describe the characteristics of urine, including its formation, physical composition, and chemical properties. 47-2 Explain how to instruct patients in specimen collection. 47-3 Identify guidelines to follow when collecting urine specimens. 47-5 Explain the process of urinary catheterization. Collecting, Processing and Testing Urine Specimens Objectives (cont.) 47-6 List special considerations that may require you to alter guidelines when collecting urine specimens. 47-7 Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. 47-8 Explain how to maintain the chain of custody when processing urine specimens. 47-8 Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. Collecting, Processing and Testing Urine Specimens 47-9 Describe the process of . | Chapter 47 PowerPoint® to accompany Second Edition Ramutkowski Booth Pugh Thompson Whicker Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Permission required for reproduction or display. Medical Assisting Chapter 47 Objectives 47-1 Describe the characteristics of urine, including its formation, physical composition, and chemical properties. 47-2 Explain how to instruct patients in specimen collection. 47-3 Identify guidelines to follow when collecting urine specimens. 47-5 Explain the process of urinary catheterization. Collecting, Processing and Testing Urine Specimens Objectives (cont.) 47-6 List special considerations that may require you to alter guidelines when collecting urine specimens. 47-7 Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. 47-8 Explain how to maintain the chain of custody when processing urine specimens. 47-8 Explain how to preserve and store urine specimens. Collecting, Processing and Testing Urine Specimens 47-9 Describe the process of urinalysis and its purpose. 47-10 Identify the physical characteristics present in normal urine specimens. 47-11 Identify the chemicals that may be found in urine specimens. 47-12 Identify the elements categorized and counted as a result of microscopic examination of urine specimens. Collecting, Processing and Testing Urine Specimens Objectives (cont.) Introduction Routine urine analysis Simple, non-invasive diagnostic test provides a window to the patient’s health. You will learn how to correctly process a specimen, including a random specimen and chain of custody drug screen. You will learn about various types of urine specimens and how to properly instruct or assist patients with collection of these specimens. Role of the Medical Assistant Help collect, process, and test urine specimens. You will need to know: Anatomy and physiology of kidney How urine is formed Normal urine contents The Urinary System Organs of the urinary system: Kidneys Ureters Urinary bladder Urethra .
