Question

question 4 1 pts before initiating an hmg coa - reductase inhibitor for hyperlipidemia, the nurse practitioner orders liver function studies. the patients aminotransferase (alt) is elevated. what laboratory test(s) should be ordered? serologic markers for hepatitis serum bilirubin serum cholesterol with hdl and ldl a liver biopsy

Explanation:

Elevated aminotransferase (ALT) can indicate liver - related issues. Hepatitis is a common cause of liver damage, and serologic markers for hepatitis can help identify if the patient has a viral hepatitis infection. Serum bilirubin may be affected in liver disease but is less specific for diagnosing the cause of elevated ALT compared to hepatitis markers. Serum cholesterol with HDL and LDL is related to lipid levels, not the cause of elevated ALT. A liver biopsy is an invasive procedure and is usually considered after non - invasive tests like hepatitis markers are done.

Answer:

Serologic markers for hepatitis