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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