Hepatitis A and B - Page 3
Dr. Lyon ordered the following laboratory tests on both Jon and Laura Green:
CBC
Urinalysis
Chemistry panel to include Liver enzymes and bilirubin
20. Which of the liver enzymes is the most specific for hepatocyte damage?
21. Which hepatitis symptom is directly linked to an elevated bilirubin level?
22. Why is bilirubin elevated in hepatitis?
At the same time, he admitted both Jon and Laura to the hospital for observation. Jon, in particular, needed treatment for dehydration due to a prolonged period of vomiting and diarrhea.
23. Define dehydration.
24. What organs can be affected by dehydration?
25. How is dehydration treated?
26. Compare Jon and Laura's chemistry panels. How are they similar. How are they different? Why?
Jon's Hepatitis Screening Panel
Laura's Hepatitis Screening Panel