Which abbreviation refers to a battery of tests performed on a urine specimen?
A) sp. gr.
B) TURP
C) KUB
D) pH
E) UA

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UA stands for Urinalysis, which is a battery of tests performed on a urine specimen to evaluate various components such as pH, specific gravity (sp. gr.), presence of protein, glucose, ketones, bilirubin, blood, and more. TURP is a surgical procedure performed on the prostate, KUB stands for Kidneys, Ureters, and Bladder (an imaging study), and pH is a specific measurement of acidity or alkalinity.

Which Abbreviation Refers to a Battery of Tests Performed on a Urine