WBC Casts Should Always Be Accompanied by Significant Bacteriuria

question 42

True/False

WBC casts should always be accompanied by significant bacteriuria.

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Definitions:

Lesser Curvature

The concave medial surface of the stomach, running from the esophagus to the duodenum, and a site for various diseases.

Stomach

A major digestive organ located in the upper abdomen, responsible for the enzymatic breakdown of food.

Ileocecal Sphincter

A valve situated at the junction of the ileum (last portion of the small intestine) and the cecum (beginning of the large intestine) controlling the flow of digested material.

Ileum

The final and longest segment of the small intestine, where most of the nutrients and minerals from ingested food are absorbed.