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Which diagnostic tests are commonly used to evaluate the structure of the gastrointestinal tract?

Plasma chemistry levels

Radiographs and scans (correct)

Endoscopy

Blood studies

Which enzymes are of particular importance in diagnosing alterations in liver function?

Trypsin and chymotrypsin

Amylase and lipase

LDH, AST, and ALT (correct)

Pepsin and gastrin

What are the significant indicators of pancreatic dysfunction?

Increased stool fat

Plasma bilirubin levels

Elevated serum bilirubin levels

Serum amylase and stool fat (correct)

What are evident indicators of obstructive diseases of the gallbladder?

Elevated serum bilirubin levels, elevated urine urobilinogen levels, and increased stool fat Signup and view all the answers

What changes in gastric motility and secretions are associated with aging?

Reduction in gastric motility and secretions, particularly of hydrochloric acid Signup and view all the answers

What provides important information about digestion, absorption, and secretion?

Gastric and stool analysis and blood studies Signup and view all the answers

What are the most commonly used tests to evaluate the structure of the gastrointestinal tract?

Radiographs and scans Signup and view all the answers

What are prolonged in hepatitis and chronic liver disease?

Prothrombin times Signup and view all the answers

What may make eating difficult and reduce appetite in advancing age?

Loss or deterioration of teeth, diminished senses of taste and smell, and diminished salivary secretions Signup and view all the answers

What are evident indicators of inflammation of the gallbladder?

Elevated serum leukocyte levels Signup and view all the answers