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What do high pH levels in a routine urine test mean?
What do high pH levels in a routine urine test mean?
What do high pH levels in a routine urine test mean?
A high urine pH may be due to kidneys that do not properly remove acids. If you have constant high pH in urine then you are recommended to consult with a doctor who will thoroughly check your how well your kidneys are functioning.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What should my urine pH level be on a keto diet?
Studies suggest that the desired pH level of urine should be neutral to slightly alkaline for the person following an Alkaline or Keto-Alkaline diet.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What is the chemical composition of urine?
Human urine is composed primarily of water (95%). The rest is urea (2%), creatinine (0.1%), uric acid (0.03%), chloride, sodium, potassium, sulphate, ammonium, phosphate and other ions and molecules in lesser amounts
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What is the pH value of human urine?
The normal urine pH range is between 4.5 and 8. Any pH higher than 8 is basic or alkaline, and any under 6 is acidic.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What can cause the pH levels of urine to fluctuate?
pH levels can fluctuate due to certain medications, diet, infections or kidney problems. Consult a neprologist if you are having higher or lower pH constantly.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What do high pH levels in a routine urine test mean?
A high urine pH may be due to kidneys that do not properly remove acids. If you have constant high pH in urine then you are recommended to consult with a doctor who will thoroughly check your how well your kidneys are functioning.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
COMPLETE URINE EXAMINATION (CUE)
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