Chapter·BiochemistryHemoglobin and Iron Metabolism

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A patient's relatives sent a message on social media to the consulting doctor, mentioning that the patient's urinary coproporphyrin test is positive. What is the probable cause?

ALead poisoning

BAsbestosis

CSilicosis

DMercury poisoning

EArsenic poisoning

2

Investigation of choice for confirming Henoch Schönlein Purpura is

ASerum IgA levels

BCRP levels

CDTPA

DRenal Biopsy

3

A 35-year-old construction worker presents with a 3-month history of abdominal pain, fatigue, and recent onset of numbness and tingling in his hands and feet. He works in renovation of old buildings. Physical examination reveals mild pallor and decreased sensation in a stocking-glove distribution. Blood tests show microcytic anemia with basophilic stippling on peripheral smear. What is the most likely diagnosis?

ACoeliac disease

BSickle cell disease

CLead poisoning

DHookworm infestation

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