A patient has severe liver disease. Which finding reflects loss of a normal liver function?
Correct answer: A. Reduced synthesis of plasma proteins
- A. Reduced synthesis of plasma proteins
- B. Failure to produce salivary amylase
- C. Loss of peristalsis in the oesophagus
- D. Inability to release insulin from beta cells
Explanation
The liver synthesizes important plasma proteins, including albumin and several clotting factors, and also processes nutrients and medications. Salivary amylase comes from salivary glands, oesophageal peristalsis is controlled by the oesophagus, and insulin is produced by pancreatic beta cells.
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