The urine glucose oxidase test measures the concentration of glucose in the urine. It involves the use of commercial, plastic-coated, chemically treated strips.
This test is used primarily to monitor urine glucose in people with
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This test looks for a protein called albumin in a urine sample.See also: Urine albuminHow the test is performedYou may be asked to give a small... Read more »
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A urine concentration test measures the ability of the kidneys to conserve or excrete water appropriately. See also: Urine osmolality... Read more »
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Urine - citric acid testNormal ValuesThe normal range is 320-1240 milligrams per 24 hours.Note: Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different... Read more »
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