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Level two – Semester 4 - PharmD Biochemistry-II PB-403 (Practical course) 2024/2025
5. What is the significance of creatinine in renal function testing?
a) It indicates protein metabolism.
b) It helps calculate the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR).
c) It measures liver function.
d) It detects muscle atrophy.
Answer: b) It helps calculate the Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR).
6. Which population typically has higher serum creatinine levels due to
muscle mass?
a) Elderly individuals
b) Children
c) Black men and women
d) Vegetarians
Answer: c) Black men and women
7. Low serum creatinine levels are commonly observed in which
condition?
a) High meat intake
b) Muscle wasting diseases
c) Intense exercise
d) Kidney failure
Answer: b) Muscle wasting diseases
8. What is the normal creatinine excretion in urine per day?
a) 0.1 to 0.5 g/day
b) 0.5 to 1 g/day
c) 1 to 3 g/day
d) 3 to 5 g/day
Answer: c) 1 to 3 g/day
9. In the Jaffe reaction for creatinine measurement, which reagent is
used?
a) Alkaline picrate
b) Sulfuric acid
c) Sodium hydroxide
d) Potassium dichromate
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