Maricopa Community Colleges  HCE105AA   19952-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 11/22/94

HCE105AA  19952-19982

L+L

0.50 Credit(s)

1.50 Period(s)

Introduction to Urinalysis

Application of basic urinalysis techniques in the clinical/medical setting. Proper collection and handling of urine specimens. Includes urinary microscopics and confirmatory testing as delineated by specific scopes of practice. Emphasis on chemical testing and interpretation. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.

Cross-References: CMA105AA, HLP105AA

 

 

 

 

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

 

HCE105AA  19952-19982

Introduction to Urinalysis

 

1.

Explain the proper collection and handling of a urine sample. (I)

2.

Describe the procedure to perform partial analysis testing on a urine sample. (I,II)

3.

Perform urine color and character analysis. (II)

4.

Describe the types of controls used in urinalysis, rationale for use, and the effects of the interpretation. (II)

5.

Time and interpret biochemical reactions when performing a urine screen. (II)

6.

Record and report test results appropriately. (III)

 

 

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:

 

 

HCE105AA  19952-19982

Introduction to Urinalysis

 

 

I. Introduction

A. Urine specimens

1. Collection

2. Handling

3. Racking and straining

B. Partial urinalysis

1. Description

2. Need

II. Analysis of Urine Specimens

A. Color and character

1. Normal

2. Abnormal

3. Contributing substances

B. Controls

1. Type and usage

2. Performance

3. Interpretation

C. Chemical screening

1. Ames multistix and BMC (Boehringer Mannheim Diagnostic) chemstrip types

2. Technique and timing

3. Interpretations

4. Precautions

III. Documentation

A. Recording

B. Reporting

 

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