Which laboratory test is especially important for a patient receiving zidovudine for HIV infection?
Correct answer: A. Complete blood count
- A. Complete blood count
- B. Serum amylase level
- C. Urine ketone level
- D. Thyroid-stimulating hormone level
Explanation
Zidovudine may cause bone marrow suppression, including anaemia and neutropenia, so the complete blood count should be monitored. The other tests are not the main routine measure for zidovudine-related toxicity.
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