Case Studies

Case 1 Jeff Jones is 19 years old. He notices that he has increased urine output, increased appetite, and excessive thirst. He has also experienced unexplained weight loss.

Case 2 Mr. Thompson is 60 years old and has been unusually tired for several weeks. He occasionally feels dizzy and lately he finds it increasingly difficult to sleep at night. He has swollen ankles and feet and his face looks puffy. He experiences a burning pain in his lower back, just below the rib cage. He also notices that his urine is dark in color. He goes to see his physician, who finds that he has elevated blood pressure, and that the kidney region is sensitive to pressure.

Case 3 Ms. Smith is 27 years old and has been experiencing painful and difficult urination (dysuria), frequency of urination and urgency. Her urine has a milky color. She also has fever and malaise, which is evidence of infection. Upon seeking treatment, she is given antibiotic therapy. After a few days on antibiotics, her symptoms disappear.

Case 4 Normal sample (control)

Answer the following questions

1. What disorder does Jeff Jones probably has and why do you think it is?

2. What are the terminologies for the given conditions for Jeff Jones?

A. Increased urine output:

B: Increased appetite:

C. Excessive thirst:

3. Why is it important to perform tests on a control urine sample not containing any chemical substances?

4. What is the name of the reagent used to detect protein in the urine?

5. What is the name of the reagent used to detect glucose in the urine?