Endocrinology incorrects Flashcards
1
Q
28 YO man has polyuria and polydipsia, has bipolar disorder for which he has taken lithium for 2 years
bloods normal osmolality, normal lithium levels
what is the most useful diagnostic investigation?
A
serum corrected calcium!!!
you must exclude hypercalcemia due to hyperparathyroidism before progressing to water deprivation test
2
Q
patient with hypocalcemia and proximal muscle weakeness
features suggest osteomalacia
what investigation is most likely to confirm the diagnosis?
A
serum 25-OH cholecalciferol
