In the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2009-2012, more than _____ of all adults aged 65 years and older reported having diabetes.
a. 1 in 4
b. 1 in 5
c. 1 in 6
d. 2 in 5
e. 2 in 7
Question 2
Andrew Jamison is a 47-year-old construction worker with a long history of alcohol abuse. Recently he has been experiencing fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, and weight loss. A visit to his physician and laboratory testing confirmed a diagnosis of cirrhosis. He is 5'10 tall and currently weighs 145 pounds.
Of the following laboratory tests performed on Mr. Jamison, which one would you expect to see elevated?
a. albumin
b. transferrin
c. ammonia
d. HDL