Asked by Mackenzie McBride on Apr 29, 2024

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What blood test is used to determine muscle damage, dehydration, or kidney dysfunction?

A) Creatinine
B) Glucose
C) Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
D) Hematocrit

Muscle Damage

Refers to injury or harm to muscle fibers often resulting from physical activity, accidents, or health conditions.

Kidney Dysfunction

A condition where the kidneys fail to function properly, affecting the filtration and removal of waste from the blood.

Dehydration

A condition that occurs when the body loses more fluids than it takes in, leading to a deficiency of water and essential salts and minerals.

  • Determine the frequently used blood tests and their roles in diagnosing health conditions.
  • Identify the significance and function of different blood examinations in assessing organ performance and identifying illnesses.
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Amani DobardMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Creatinine levels can indicate kidney dysfunction, as the kidneys filter creatinine from the blood. High levels of creatinine in the blood may indicate muscle damage or dehydration, as well as impaired kidney function. Glucose, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and hematocrit are unlikely to directly indicate muscle damage or dehydration.