Medical Dictionary
Main Entry:
Ad·dis count Pronunciation:
'ad-&-"skaunt Function:
noun : a technique for the quantitative determination of cells, casts, and proteinin a 12-hour urine sample used in the diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease
Addis, Thomas (1881–1949) American physician. Addis is most notable for his work inpathology and in particular for the study of kidney function. In 1925 he presented his method for counting cells in urinary sediments. The resultant figure is used to diagnose pathological conditionsin the kidney and is now known as the Addis count. He is also known for his test, first reported in 1922, for determining the specific gravity of the urine. Addis's other areas of research includedblood coagulation, hemophilia, plasma, and glycosuria.
