A physician is working up a patient. Based on physical examination, history, and initial screening tests, the physician suspects anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL), but still needs to rule out classical Hodgkin lymophoma (HL)
Which of the following test results would confirm ALCL?
a. CD15 positive, CD30 negative
b. CD15 positive, CD30 positive
c. CD15 negative, CD30 negative
d. CD15 negative, CD30 positive
Correct Answer: D
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A) Wipe the blade down with a solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water B) Clean the blade with soap and water, and then soak it in bleach for 1 hour C) Immerse and leave the blade in an EPA-registered and approved chemical sterilant D) Wipe and soak the blade in a solution of 100 parts bleach to 1 part water
The second level of Medicare appeals is a request for:
A) review by a qualified independent contractor. B) redetermination by the carrier. C) review by an administrative law judge. D) review by the state insurance commissioner.
Which pair of tonsils are on the base of the tongue?
a. Palatine b. Lingual c. Pharyngeal d. None of the above
The hormone that increases glucose concentrations in the bloodstream and slows down protein synthesis is _______________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).