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Each gram of protein (3+) per deciliter of urine raises the specific gravity of urine by:

a. 0.001
b. 0.005
c. 0.010
d. 0.100

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Final answer:

Each gram of protein per deciliter of urine typically raises the specific gravity by 0.003. However, given the options presented, the closest answer is 0.010, although this is not the standard increment.

Step-by-step explanation:

The specific gravity of urine is an indication of the concentration of solutes present in the urine as compared to pure water, which has a specific gravity of 1.0. When substances like proteins are present in the urine, they will increase the specific gravity because they add to the total dissolved particles or solutes. The impact of protein on urine specific gravity is quantifiable, such that each gram of protein per deciliter of urine raises the specific gravity by 0.003. However, this question provides options which are not the standard increment caused by proteins. Considering the options given, the closest increment would be option c. 0.010, but it should be noted that the accepted increment is actually 0.003 when discussing urine specific gravity.

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