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Journal : Mukhtabar: Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology

Overview of Urine Cylinders in Patients With Pulmonary Tuberculosis Undergoing Advanced First-Line Treatment at the RSUD Ciamis Nurhalimah, Sinta; Farihatun, Atun; Kania Yulianti, Dewi; Istianah, Euis
Mukhtabar Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology Vol 2 No 1 (2024): Mukhtabar: Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology (April 2024)
Publisher : LPPM STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/mjmlt.v2i1.549

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Background & Objective: Pulmonary tuberculosis is a contagious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria that can attack various organs, especially the lungs. Tuberculosis patients are treated with anti-tuberculosis drugs such as rifampicin and streptomycin, which can potentially cause kidney function impairment. To detect any abnormalities in the kidneys, a urine sediment examination is conducted, which can identify an increase in urine cylinders if any damage to the kidneys is present. This study aims to provide insights into urine cylinders in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis based on the duration of their treatment. Method: This is a descriptive study that utilised a purposive sampling technique. The study involved 38 Tuberculosis patients as respondents. Sampling was carried out at the DOTS clinic of RSUD Ciamis and the research was conducted between October 2021 and May 2022. Result: Out of 38 samples, 6 people tested positive for cylinders at a value of +1 (which means very little). These cylinders included hyaline, wax, granule, fat, and epithelial cell cylinders. The percentage of people who tested positive for cylinders was 15.8%. On the other hand, 32 people tested negative for cylinders, which accounts for 84.2% of the total sample. Conclusion: It can be concluded that cylinders were found in tuberculosis patients. Future researchers are advised to examine urine cylinders in pulmonary tuberculosis patients undergoing the sixth month of treatment in patients at a young age.
Overview of Reticulocyte Counts in Patients with Chronic Kidney Failure at Ciamis Regional General Hospital Farihatun, Atun; Setiawan, Doni; Mentari, Dallya
Mukhtabar Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology Vol 3 No 2 (2025): Mukhtabar: Journal of Medical Laboratory Technology (October 2025)
Publisher : LPPM STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52221/mjmlt.v3i2.789

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Background & Objectives: The prevalence of chronic kidney failure in Ciamis Regency based on medical records data from Ciamis Regional General Hospital in 2023 was 318 patients. Chronic kidney failure often causes complications, one of which is anemia. Reticulocyte examination in patients with chronic kidney failure can help diagnose complications such as anemia and determine the response to bone marrow. The purpose of this study was to determine the number of reticulocytes in patients with chronic kidney failure. Method: This research method is descriptive with purposive sampling technique. The respondents in this study were 39 people with chronic kidney failure at Ciamis Regional General Hospital.  This study was conducted at the Hematology Laboratory of STIKes Muhammadiyah Ciamis in May 2024. The examination technique was carried out using brilliant crystal blue solution staining and examined under a microscope. The examination results were compiled into tables and explained narratively. Results: The results of this examination showed that 34 people (87%) had normal reticulocyte counts and 5 people (13%) had above-normal reticulocyte counts. Conclusion: It can be concluded that the average reticulocyte count in patients with chronic kidney failure is normal.