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Nephrology (Case 1-12)
Which type(s) of protein are detected on a urine dipstick?
Explanation
ExplanationThe correct answer is A. The urine dipstick detects only large-molecular-weight proteins—generally this means albumin. Amino acids are not detected. Immunoglobulin light chains, such as Bence Jones proteins, are not detected on urine dipstick.
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