Pronunciation: [jʊ͡əɹˈiːmətɹɪ] (IPA) 
The word "ureametry" is spelled with a combination of letters that can be difficult to decipher without proper knowledge of phonetics. In IPA phonetic transcription, the word is pronounced as /jʊɹiːˈmɛtɹi/. The "urea" part of the word is pronounced with a "yoo-ree-uh" sound, while the "metry" is pronounced with a "meh-tree" sound. The word "ureametry" refers to the measurement of the amount of urea in a substance or solution.
Ureametry is a specialized technique used in clinical laboratories and medical settings to measure the concentration of urea in biological specimens, particularly in blood or urine samples. Urea is a waste product of protein metabolism that is formed in the liver when proteins are broken down, and it is primarily excreted through the kidneys in urine.
Ureametry involves a chemical assay that quantitatively measures the amount of urea present in a given sample. This is typically done using a colorimetric or enzymatic method. In colorimetric ureametry, a reaction is induced between the urea and a specific reagent, resulting in a color change. The intensity of the color change is directly proportional to the concentration of urea in the sample and can be measured using a spectrophotometer.
Enzymatic ureametry utilizes the enzyme urease, which catalyzes the breakdown of urea into ammonia and carbon dioxide. The amount of ammonia produced is then measured using a chemical reaction, such as the Berthelot reaction, which forms a colored product. This color reaction is also proportional to the urea concentration and can be quantified using similar methods.
Ureametry is crucial in medical diagnostics as it provides valuable information about kidney function and metabolic processes. Abnormal urea levels can indicate kidney dysfunction, liver disease, dehydration, or other underlying health conditions. By regularly monitoring urea levels, healthcare professionals can assess patient health, detect and manage kidney disease, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and adjust medication dosages accordingly.
The determination of the amount of urea in the urine.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word "ureametry" is derived from combining two roots: "urea" and "metry".
1. "Urea" is a compound found in the urine of mammals, formed from the breakdown of proteins. It was first isolated in 1773 by the French chemist Hilaire Rouelle. The term "urea" is derived from the Greek word "ouron", meaning urine.
2. "-metry" is a suffix used in the formation of various nouns, especially those related to measurement or the science of measurement. It comes from the Greek word "metron", meaning measure.
Combining these two roots, "urea" and "-metry", the term "ureametry" refers to the measurement or analysis of urea, often in the context of medical or scientific studies.
