Which Laboratory Test Result Most Accurately Reflects a Patient's Nutritional

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which laboratory test result most accurately reflects a patient's nutritional status?

• A) Albumin
• B) Prealbumin
• C) Transferrin
• D) Hemoglobin

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