#1
Which of the following is a normal fasting blood glucose level?
80 mg/dL
ExplanationNormal fasting blood glucose level typically falls around 80 mg/dL.
#2
What is the normal range for total cholesterol in adults?
130-159 mg/dL
ExplanationNormal total cholesterol range for adults is between 130 to 159 mg/dL.
#3
What is the normal range for hemoglobin levels in adult males?
10-14 g/dL
ExplanationNormal hemoglobin levels in adult males range from 10 to 14 g/dL.
#4
Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood glucose levels?
Insulin
ExplanationInsulin is the primary hormone responsible for regulating blood glucose levels.
#5
What is the normal range for prothrombin time (PT) in seconds?
10-14 seconds
ExplanationNormal prothrombin time (PT) in seconds ranges from 10 to 14 seconds.
#6
In a basic metabolic panel (BMP), which electrolyte is measured?
Sodium
ExplanationSodium levels are measured in a basic metabolic panel (BMP) to assess electrolyte balance.
#7
What is the normal range for creatinine levels in the blood?
0.5-1.2 mg/dL
ExplanationNormal creatinine levels in the blood range from 0.5 to 1.2 mg/dL.
#8
What is the normal range for white blood cell (WBC) count in adults?
4,000-10,000 cells/mcL
ExplanationNormal white blood cell (WBC) count in adults ranges from 4,000 to 10,000 cells/mcL.
#9
Which of the following is a cardiac enzyme commonly measured after a heart attack?
Troponin
ExplanationTroponin is a cardiac enzyme commonly measured after a heart attack.
#10
What is the normal range for serum sodium levels in adults?
130-150 mEq/L
ExplanationNormal serum sodium levels in adults range from 130 to 150 mEq/L.
#11
Which enzyme is commonly measured to assess liver function?
Alanine transaminase (ALT)
ExplanationAlanine transaminase (ALT) is a common enzyme measured to assess liver function.
#12
What is the normal range for serum uric acid levels in adults?
5-7 mg/dL
ExplanationNormal serum uric acid levels in adults range from 5 to 7 mg/dL.
#13
In a blood gas analysis, what parameter indicates the acidity or alkalinity of blood?
pH
ExplanationpH indicates the acidity or alkalinity of blood in a blood gas analysis.
#14
Which enzyme is commonly measured to assess pancreatic function?
Lipase
ExplanationLipase is commonly measured to assess pancreatic function.
#15
What is the normal range for C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, a marker of inflammation?
Below 1.0 mg/L
ExplanationNormal range for C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, a marker of inflammation, is below 1.0 mg/L.