Which of the following tests for PA would be easiest for the patient?
a. Vitamin B12 assay
b. Bone marrow
c. Gastric analysis
d. Schilling test
ANS: A
The easiest test for the patient would be a vitamin B12 assay. All that is required for this test is a venipuncture. The other tests are all much more invasive.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).