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Case 48: Dark urine

A 28 year old man was found unconscious at home after an overdose of heroin. A catheter was inserted and dark urine drained. He was not jaundiced.

1. What is the cause of this urine appearance?

2. What other specific features would you examine for?

3. What specific investigations would you request?

4. Outline your plan of management for this problem?