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doi: 10.1136/pgmj.2005.037598.
Uroscopic rainbow: modern matula medicine
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- DOI: 10.1136/pgmj.2005.037598
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Uroscopic rainbow: modern matula medicine
Postgrad Med J.
2006 Feb.
Abstract
Visual inspection of a patient's urine has long been used by physicians, with colour recognised as having important clinical implications. In this review the authors will revisit this ancient pastime with relevance to contemporary medical practice.
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