Chapter 46

urinalysis A test of your urine. It is often done to check for a urinary tract infections, kidney problems, or diabetes.

United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) The US agency that researches health questions and provides policy guidance to the United States Government.

United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) The US agency that develops and enforces regulations with regard to environmental law.

United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) The arm of the government that regulates products such as foods, drugs, biologies, medical devices and cosmetics. It enforces laws regarding these and other products.