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waynest

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on: Jul 22, 2018
Which test is done to identify the causative agent of encephalitis or meningitis?
 
  a. blood culture c. lumbar puncture
  b. complete blood count d. serum electrolytes

Question 2

Alzheimer's disease (AD) can be definitively diagnosed by which test?
 
  a. brain biopsy on autopsy c. serum acetylcholine level
  b. brain scan d. thyroid function


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moormoney

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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A lumbar puncture is done to examine cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) to identify the cause of encephalitis or meningitis.

Answer to Question 2

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Because of the variety of clinical manifestations of AD, the diagnosis is made by eliminating other conditions that can present similar signs and symptoms. A definitive diagnosis can be made only through a brain biopsy on autopsy.


waynest

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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