#1
Which of the following is a commonly used blood test to assess overall health?
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
ExplanationCBC assesses red and white blood cells, hemoglobin, and platelets.
#2
What does a sphygmomanometer measure?
Blood pressure
ExplanationSphygmomanometer measures blood pressure in arteries.
#3
Which of the following is NOT a type of white blood cell?
Erythrocyte
ExplanationErythrocytes are red blood cells, not white blood cells.
#4
What is the typical unit used to measure hemoglobin concentration in the blood?
g/dL (grams per deciliter)
ExplanationHemoglobin concentration is commonly measured in g/dL.
#5
What does a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test measure?
Thyroid function
ExplanationTSH test evaluates thyroid function by measuring TSH levels.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a type of cardiac enzyme?
Amylase
ExplanationAmylase is an enzyme involved in digestion, not specific to the heart.
#7
Which of the following is NOT a component of a lipid profile test?
Red blood cell count
ExplanationLipid profile tests cholesterol, triglycerides, and lipoproteins, not red blood cells.
#8
What is the primary purpose of a urinalysis?
To assess kidney function
ExplanationUrinalysis evaluates kidney function by analyzing urine composition.
#9
What does a prothrombin time (PT) test measure?
Blood clotting time
ExplanationPT test assesses blood clotting ability, used to monitor anticoagulant therapy.
#10
Which of the following is NOT typically assessed in a basic metabolic panel (BMP)?
Liver enzymes
ExplanationBMP assesses electrolytes, glucose, and kidney function, not liver enzymes.
#11
Which of the following is a marker used to assess liver function?
Albumin
ExplanationAlbumin levels are indicative of liver function.
#12
What does a D-dimer test help diagnose?
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
ExplanationD-dimer test is used to detect blood clots, including DVT.
#13
Which of the following tests is used to diagnose diabetes?
Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test
ExplanationHbA1c test measures average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months.
#14
What is the primary purpose of a fecal occult blood test (FOBT)?
To screen for colorectal cancer
ExplanationFOBT detects hidden blood in the stool, a potential sign of colorectal cancer.
#15
Which of the following tests is used to diagnose HIV infection?
HIV antibody test
ExplanationHIV antibody test detects antibodies produced in response to HIV infection.
#16
What is the main purpose of a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis?
To diagnose central nervous system disorders
ExplanationCSF analysis helps diagnose conditions affecting the brain and spinal cord.
#17
Which of the following tests is commonly used to monitor blood thinning medication (anticoagulant) therapy?
INR (International Normalized Ratio)
ExplanationINR measures the clotting tendency of blood, essential for monitoring anticoagulant therapy.
#18
Which of the following tests measures the amount of glucose in the bloodstream over a period of about three months?
Glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test
ExplanationHbA1c test provides an average of blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months.