A patient is undergoing testing to determine if he is a candidate for a pancreas transplant. Which of the following diagnostic tests will be included in this patient's testing?
1. alcohol screening tests
2. hemoglobin A1c
3. lipid levels
4. arterial blood gas
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Rationale: Laboratory tests specific for the patient being tested for a possible pancreas transplant include a hemoglobin A1c level and pancreatic enzymes. Alcohol screening tests are done for patients who are being evaluated for a liver transplant. A lipid profile is done for patients who are being evaluated for a small intestine transplant. Arterial blood gases are done for patients who are being evaluated for a heart, heart-lung, or lung transplant.
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