5 Questions
How is arsenic primarily cleared from the body?
Renal filtration of the free, ionized state
Which symptoms are associated with chronic or acute ingestion of low levels of arsenic?
Fever, anorexia, and gastrointestinal distress
What is the most common method for analyzing arsenic?
Atomic absorption spectrophotometry
How is organic arsenic-containing compounds absorbed in comparison to other forms?
Rapidly absorbed by passive diffusion
What is the specimen used to evaluate short-term exposure to arsenic?
Urine
Test your knowledge of disorders related to metals and metalloids with this quiz. Explore the various forms of arsenic, its absorption rates, and clearance methods.
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