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What does a serum osmolality test measure?
What does a serum osmolality test measure?
- Hemoglobin concentration in the blood
- Platelet count in the blood
- Red blood cell count
- Amount of chemicals dissolved in the liquid part of the blood (correct)
What elements affect serum osmolality?
What elements affect serum osmolality?
- Potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, and zinc
- Amino acids, fatty acids, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids
- Sodium, chloride, bicarbonate, proteins, and sugar (correct)
- Vitamins A, B, C, D, and E
What is the role of sodium and water metabolism?
What is the role of sodium and water metabolism?
- Unrelated to fluid balance
- Only relevant to women's health
- Closely interrelated both physiologically and clinically (correct)
- Primarily determined by potassium levels
What percentage of body weight does water constitute in men?
What percentage of body weight does water constitute in men?
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What is included in standard biochemical screening for fluid and electrolyte balance?
What is included in standard biochemical screening for fluid and electrolyte balance?
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