Specific Gravity:
Is the ratio of the density of a substance to the density (mass of the same unit volume) of a reference substance. Apparent specific gravity is the ratio of the weight of a volume of the substance to the weight of an equal volume of the reference substance. Urine specific gravity results fall between 1.002 and 1.030 if your kidneys are functioning at a normal level. However, if your specific gravity is above 1.010, this can indicate mild dehydration. The higher the number, the more dehydrated you may be. When an individual consumes a hypertonic solution, which is a solution with high levels of salt, such as salt water, tend to effect the normal range of specific gravity by increasing the levels from the normal level. This is due to &&&&&& .When an individual consumes a hypotonic solution, which is a solution like pure water, the effects of specific gravity stays the same, or cause it to go below normal. This can indicate water overload or the inability from the kidneys to form concentration urine. Now when an individual consumes an isotonic solutions, such as sports drinks, it could lead to a have a higher specific gravity.
Urine Output Volume:
The total volume of urine excreted daily, normally between 700 and 2000 mL. The smaller number represents the minimum volume needed to excrete waste products. When an individual consumes a hypertonic solutions, hypotonic, and isotonic solution, for example salt water, sports drink, and or water, the urine output will increase. Too much salt, carbohydrates, and water accumulate in the body, which will cause urine production increase. The increased urination helps bring the levels back to a normal range. Urine production decreases when the body experiences a deficit of fluid or electrolyte levels. As the body conserves urine, fluid and