Your patient has a buildup of urea in her body. Which of the following statements most likely explains this problem?
A. The kidneys are overly active.
B. Protein metabolism is inefficient.
C. Bile can no longer be manufactured.
D. The liver is no longer producing clotting factors.
Answer: B
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