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Prior to chemical tests for glycosuria, clinicians checked for sweetness of the urine as a sign of

A.

pyelitis

B.

diabetes mellitus

C.

renal calculus

D.

acute glomerulonephritis

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Pyelitis is an infection of the renal pelvis and does not cause sweet-smelling urine.

B. Diabetes mellitus often causes glycosuria (glucose in urine), which can make urine taste sweet.

C. Renal calculus (kidney stones) does not affect urine sweetness.

D. Acute glomerulonephritis affects kidney function and urine appearance but does not specifically cause sweet-smelling urine.


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