Which of the Following Can Be Used in the Diagnosis

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be used in the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis?
1) An elevated potassium level in the sweat
2) An elevated chloride level in the sweat
3) Genetic testing of the parents
4) An elevated blood level of immunoreactive trypsin

• A)1
• B)2, 3
• C)2, 3, 4
• D)1, 2, 3

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