Small Intestinal Investigations & Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What are the signs of specific vitamin deficiencies?
A
Vitamin D (Ca2+, Mg2+) = Tetany, osteomalacia
Vitamin A = Night blindness
Vitamin K = Raised PTR
Vitamin B = Memory, dementia
Vitamin C = Scurvy
2
Q
What is an important test for Coeliac disease?
A
Plasma IgA
3
Q
How is Coeliac diagnosed?
A
Distal duodenal biopsy
4
Q
What are the signs of malabsorption?
A
1) High fat content in stools
2) Weight loss
3) BMI dropping
