Which of the following laboratory techniques is useful for detecting porphyrins in fecal specimens?
A) A simple qualitative screening test using fluorometry to detect the red-pink fluorescence produced when a detectable quantity of porphyrin is present
B) Placing a hydrogen ion-selective electrode into the fecal specimen to measure fecal pH
C) A simple mass spectrophotometric assay that is highly sensitive and specific for specific porphyrins and their metabolites
D) A simple spectrophotometric test used to detect the enzymes at 340 nm, which are deficient in porphyria
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The nurse reads the albuterol sulfate liquid label and learns that each teaspoon contains 3 milligrams of the albuterol sulfate. The nurse will administer ________ teaspoon
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
Which of the following sections of the certification examination for medical assistants through the American Association of Medical Assistants includes patient preparation and assisting with the provider, preparing and administering medications, and collecting and processing specimens?
a. General b. Administrative c. Clinical d. All sections