Poor output of urine is known as?

Correct option is A

Sol. Oliguria refers to the condition in which the body produces abnormally low amounts of urine, typically less than 400 ml in 24 hours in adults. It is often a sign of dehydration, kidney dysfunction, urinary tract obstruction, or severe infection. It is considered a medical emergency in many critical care cases, especially if associated with other symptoms like swelling or high creatinine levels. Oliguria may progress to anuria (no urine output) if left untreated.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Oliguria – Correct. This term means reduced urine output and can indicate kidney failure, dehydration, or urinary obstruction. It is clinically significant and often monitored in ICU settings.
· (b) Pyuria – Incorrect. Pyuria is the presence of pus or white blood cells in the urine, typically due to a urinary tract infection. It doesn't refer to quantity but to content.
· (c) Enuresis – Incorrect. Enuresis means involuntary urination, especially bedwetting, mostly observed in children. It’s unrelated to low urine output.
· (d) Diuresis – Incorrect. Diuresis is the opposite of oliguria; it means increased or excessive urine production, often due to medications or metabolic disorders.