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mikaylakyoung

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What is the unique quality that many porphyrin compounds possess that allows for their detection within body tissues and in a test tube?
 
  A. They emit gamma radiation that can be detected using a radiation sensor
  B. They fluoresce and are detected by exposing them to EMR at a specific wavelength
  C. They absorb heat and can be detected using a thermal sensor.
  D. They emit an odor that is characteristic of the particular type of porphyrin

Question 2

Which of the following laboratory test groups and results best reflects a patient with primary hemochromatosis?
 
  A. Serum iron, increased; serum TIBC, decreased; transferrin saturation, increased
  B. Serum iron, increased; serum TIBC, increased; transferrin saturation, increased
  C. Serum lead, increased; serum TIBC, increased; transferrin saturation, increased
  D. Serum iron, decreased; serum TIBC, decreased; transferrin saturation, decreased


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Answer to Question 1

B

Answer to Question 2

A



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