A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Indicate Increased Collagen Cross-Linked N-Telopeptide

question 141

Multiple Choice

A patient's laboratory test results indicate increased collagen cross-linked N-telopeptide (NTx) in the urine.This finding most likely points to which of the following?

• A)Atypical pneumonia
• B)Osteoporosis
• C)Hemophilia
• D)Colon cancer

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitters

Chemical messengers in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another, influencing a variety of psychological and physical functions.

Failure To Thrive

A condition typically seen in infants and children, where they do not gain weight or grow as expected.

Protein-Energy Malnutrition

A condition resulting from inadequate intake of protein and calories, leading to body tissue wasting and an increased susceptibility to infection.

Neuron's Cell Body

The section of a neuron that houses the nucleus and plays a critical role in sustaining the cell's life.