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jake

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A blood sugar test that is performed at specified intervals after the patient has taken glucose is:
 
  A) fasting blood sugar test.
  B) glucose tolerance test.
  C) protein-bound iodine test.
  D) corticotrophin test.

Question 2

The pharynx is a common passageway for both respiration and digestion.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



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Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) Measures the amount of glucose in the blood after fasting.
B) Correct.
C) Measures the amount of iodine that is attached to serum protein.
D) Measures the amount of corticotrophin in blood plasma.

Answer to Question 2

TRUE



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