Which test is commonly used to confirm the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis?
a. Sweat chloride
b. Chest radiograph
c. Lung diffusion capacity
d. Serum enzyme levels
ANS: A
In evaluation of a child, a sweat chloride level greater than 60 mEq/L confirms the diagnosis of cystic fibrosis.
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