Post by muskyhusky on Oct 16, 2008 19:44:50 GMT -6
Odor
Urine has a characteristic smell that varies slightly by species and concentration of the sample. A particularily foul odor may occur in the presence of bacteria. Thus, strong smelling urine is common in cases of cystitis. Ketonuria produces a very sweet smell as does glucosuria. Sweet smelling urine is commonly associated with acetonemia, pregnancy toxemia, and diabetes mellitus.
Urine has a characteristic smell that varies slightly by species and concentration of the sample. A particularily foul odor may occur in the presence of bacteria. Thus, strong smelling urine is common in cases of cystitis. Ketonuria produces a very sweet smell as does glucosuria. Sweet smelling urine is commonly associated with acetonemia, pregnancy toxemia, and diabetes mellitus.
