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Which enzyme has rendered the plasma ACP assay obsolete in the diagnosis and management of prostatic carcinoma?
Which enzyme has rendered the plasma ACP assay obsolete in the diagnosis and management of prostatic carcinoma?
- g-Glutamyl transferase (correct)
- Lipase
- Amylase
- Isoenzymes of amylase
In which organs does g-Glutamyl transferase occur mainly?
In which organs does g-Glutamyl transferase occur mainly?
- Liver, kidneys, pancreas, and prostate (correct)
- Brain, lungs, stomach, and bladder
- Muscles, bones, skin, and eyes
- Heart, spleen, intestines, and thyroid
What is the main purpose of estimating plasma amylase activity?
What is the main purpose of estimating plasma amylase activity?
- Detecting thyroid disorders
- Assessing lung health
- Diagnosis of acute pancreatitis (correct)
- Monitoring kidney function
Which condition can also cause a raised plasma amylase activity similar to acute pancreatitis?
Which condition can also cause a raised plasma amylase activity similar to acute pancreatitis?
What is a common cause of raised plasma GGT activity mentioned in the text?
What is a common cause of raised plasma GGT activity mentioned in the text?
Where is amylase present at a high concentration?
Where is amylase present at a high concentration?
Which enzyme is derived from both the pancreas and salivary glands?
Which enzyme is derived from both the pancreas and salivary glands?
What is the main reason for requesting estimation of plasma amylase activity?
What is the main reason for requesting estimation of plasma amylase activity?
What type of disease is alcoholic hepatitis mentioned as a cause of raised plasma GGT activity?
What type of disease is alcoholic hepatitis mentioned as a cause of raised plasma GGT activity?
In which tissues can amylase be extracted from, in addition to pancreatic juice and saliva?
In which tissues can amylase be extracted from, in addition to pancreatic juice and saliva?
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