Which of the Following Laboratory Values Is the Best Indicator

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following laboratory values is the best indicator of kidney function?

• A) Red blood cell (RBC) count
• B) Serum bilirubin
• C) Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)
• D) Creatinine

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Definitions:

Secretes Acid

Refers to the process by which certain cells or glands in the body produce and release acid, such as the gastric glands in the stomach that secrete hydrochloric acid for digestion.

Digestive System

A group of organs responsible for the breakdown and absorption of food, and the elimination of waste.

Stomach

An organ of the digestive system responsible for breaking down food through mechanical movements and gastric acid secretion.

Hemorrhoids

Swollen veins in the lower rectum and anus, often causing discomfort, pain, and bleeding.