Which Symptom Must Be Present for a Diagnosis of Irritable

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which symptom must be present for a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) ?

• A) Abdominal pain
• B) Bloating
• C) Constipation
• D) Diarrhea

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Definitions:

Glucose Transporter

Proteins that facilitate the transport of glucose across cell membranes, playing crucial roles in energy supply.

Cytoplasm

The jelly-like substance within a cell that contains organelles, cytosol, and cytoskeletal elements.

Fermentation

A metabolic process that converts sugar to acids, gases, or alcohol in the absence of oxygen, used in the making of various foods and beverages.

Cytoplasm

The jelly-like material within a cell, excluding the nucleus, that contains organelles and is the site of most cellular activities.