A Problem with the Use of Noninvasive Testing for Assessing

question 7

Multiple Choice

A problem with the use of noninvasive testing for assessing pancreatic exocrine function is that this type of testing:

• A) is uncomfortable for the patient compared with invasive testing.
• B) is expensive and time-consuming for the patient and provider.
• C) is only useful for adults with early pancreatic disease.
• D) lacks the clinical sensitivity and specificity for early disease detection.