In the Assessment of Equivocal Results in Pheochromocytoma Testing,the Clonidine

question 2

Multiple Choice

In the assessment of equivocal results in pheochromocytoma testing,the clonidine suppression test is used to differentiate between:

• A) elevated blood pressure caused by pheochromocytoma versus that caused by carcinoid tumor.
• B) increased serotonin production by the GI tract versus serotonin from the brain.
• C) adrenal gland and GI tract increased synthesis of dopamine.
• D) adrenal gland and sympathetic nervous system increases in catecholamine synthesis.

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Definitions:

Phenomena

Observable facts or events that are subject to scientific examination and explanation.

Happiness

A state of well-being and contentment characterized by positive emotions ranging from satisfaction to intense joy.

Smiling

is a facial expression formed by flexing the muscles at the edges of the mouth, typically signaling joy, amusement, or sociability.

Variable

A characteristic, number, or quantity that can change or vary, often used in research to measure and analyze differences or effects.