The clinical manifestations of this disease include polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, weight loss, and hyperglycemia. Which of the following tests would be ordered to confirm this disease? A. Fasting blood glucose B. Glucagon C. Glucose tolerance test D. Postprandial blood glucose
Biology · High School · Wed Jan 13 2021
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The set of clinical manifestations described - polydipsia (excessive thirst), polyuria (frequent urination), polyphagia (increased hunger), weight loss, and hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) - are classic symptoms associated with diabetes mellitus, specifically Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes.
To confirm diabetes mellitus, the following test would typically be ordered: A. Fasting blood glucose test
Explanation:
- A fasting blood glucose test measures blood sugar levels after a period of fasting (usually overnight or for several hours without food intake). Elevated fasting blood glucose levels can indicate diabetes.
While other tests such as the glucose tolerance test or postprandial blood glucose test can also provide information about blood sugar levels, the fasting blood glucose test is commonly used as an initial screening test to diagnose diabetes.