We use the method in which haemoglobin is selectively precipitated out with 80% saturated ammonium sulphate. If myoglobin present the supernatant will give a positive answer for blood on dipstix.
Reference: Myoglobinuria versus hemoglobinuria
Masterton BJ and Preston RA. Hospital Practice. October 30, 1988, 29-38.
Sharon Russell
Royal Alexandra Hospital
Paisley
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