Liver Function Test Quiz
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What is the normal range for total serum bilirubin?

  • 3.5-5.0 mg/dl
  • 1.5-3.0 mg/dl
  • 0.1-0.5 mg/dl (correct)
  • 5.5-7.0 mg/dl

    • What can cause an increase in indirect serum bilirubin?

  • Low levels of albumin
  • Normal liver function
  • Inherited defects (correct)
  • Excessive alcohol consumption

    • What is the function of alkaline phosphatase in the liver?

  • Assisting in bile excretion (correct)
  • Hemoglobin synthesis
  • Fat digestion
  • Glucose metabolism

    • What does direct serum bilirubin represent?

    <p>Conjugated bilirubin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of increased total serum bilirubin?

    <p>(hemolysis) Overproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause an increase in indirect serum bilirubin?

    <p>Inherited defects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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