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dollx

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The physician ordered a Tzanck test to aid in making the diagnosis of ________.
 
  A) squamous cell carcinoma
  B) shingles
  C) pediculosis
  D) lupus erythematosus

Question 2

Which of the following is a term meaning a substance that causes an allergic reaction?
 
  A) allogen
  B) allergen
  C) allergy
  D) allergist


mohan

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) The Tzanck test does not diagnose squamous cell carcinoma.
B) Correct From fluid from the vesicle, the Tzanck test shows cells with the herpes virus in them.
C) The Tzanck test does not detect pediculosis.
D) The Tzanck test does not detect lupus erythematosus.

Answer to Question 2

B
Explanation: An allergen is a substance that causes an allergic reaction. Allogen is a made-up term. An allergy is a sensitivity to a substance. An allergist is someone who specializes in the treatment of allergies.


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