How is the chemical analysis of the urine performed?
The chemical analysis of urine is performed using a “dipstick”, which is a small strip of plastic with a series of individual test pads attached. Each test pad measures a different chemical component of the urine and changes color to reflect the amount of that substance in the urine. The dipstick is dipped into the urine and after a specified time interval, the color in the test pads is compared to a chart that translates the intensity of the color to an actual measurement. What substances are detected by the chemical analysis of urine? a) Protein: The presence of protein in urine is called proteinuria. Mild proteinuria in a concentrated urine sample may not be a cause for concern. However, any degree of proteinuria in dilute urine may be abnormal. The significance of proteinuria is often determined by doing a second test called the protein:creatinine ratio. b) Glucose (sugar): Glucose should not be present in the urine of normal dogs. The presence of large amounts of glucose usually i
