A Neonate Born with Ambiguous Genitalia Is Diagnosed with Congenital

question 30

Multiple Choice

A neonate born with ambiguous genitalia is diagnosed with congenital adrenogenital hyperplasia.Therapeutic management includes administration of:

• A)Vitamin D.
• B)Cortisone.
• C)Stool softeners.
• D)Calcium carbonate.

---

Definitions:

Trabeculae

Trabeculae are the small, beam-like structures of spongy bone that provide structural support and help reduce the weight of bones.

Central Canal

A fluid-filled channel in the center of the spinal cord.

Lamella

Thin layers or plates, such as those found in bone, making up the concentric rings in the structure of compact bone.

Canaliculus

Small, channel-like structures in bone and dental tissue, facilitating nutrients and waste exchange between blood vessels and osteocytes.