Which of the following laboratory results indicates the presence of malnutrition?
A) Serum albumin 2.8 g/dL
B) Hemoglobin (Hgb) 11.3 g/dL
C) Creatinine 1.9 mg/dL
D) Hematocrit (Hct) 56%
Ans: A
Increased Hct indicates dehydration.
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