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In mycocarrdial infarction the first enzyme to rise____________?

Correct answer: A. CPK

  • A. CPK
  • B. LDH
  • C. SGOT
  • D. Amylase

Explanation

Creatine phosphokinase, now called creatine kinase, is among the earliest listed enzymes to rise after myocardial infarction, usually within about 4 to 6 hours. LDH rises later, and SGOT is also less early than CK.

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