The Minnesota Urolith Center Quantitative Urolith Analysis Form is a critical document designed to streamline the submission process of pet stones for comprehensive examination. At its core, the form gathers essential information, starting with the basic details such as the date submitted, veterinarian's name, clinic details, and progresses to more specific data including the owner's and patient's name, species, breed, and a detailed medical history. The form addresses key areas such as the stone's mineral composition, whether urine was cultured, antibiotic usage, and dietary history, painting a full picture necessary for a thorough analysis. Attention is also given to how the stone was retrieved, the source of the sample, and any prior occurrences of uroliths. Notably, for cases involving feline urethral plugs, specific submission preferences are outlined, ensuring the sample's integrity upon receipt by the Minnesota Urolith Center. Supported by an educational gift from Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc., the form serves as a foundational tool in diagnosing and understanding urolithiasis, with the ultimate goal of fostering better preventive measures and treatments. It underlines the importance of detailed documentation in facilitating accurate analysis, leading to tailored dietary and management recommendations that are critical for the prevention of future stone formation.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Minnesota Quantitative Urolith Analysis Form |
| Form Length | 2 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 30 sec |
| Other names | university of minnesota urolith lab, minnesota urolith lab, minnesota urolith center submission form, minnesota urolith center |
