OSCE COMMON DIAGNOSTIC ABNORMALITIES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE A+ GRADED

OSCE COMMON DIAGNOSTIC ABNORMALITIES QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE A+ GRADED



elevated hemoglobin A1c
indicative of poor glycemic control in diabetes
Hyperlipidemia
elevated LDL, total cholesterol, or triglycerides.
Hypothyroidism
elevated TSH with low free T4
Anemia
low hemoglobin or hematocrit, often due to iron deficiency
Elevated Liver Enzymes (AST/ALT)
can suggest liver disease or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
Hyponatremia
low sodium, often related to medication use or heart failure
Hyperkalemia
elevated potassium, often due to renal impairment or certain medications
Elevated Creatinine
indicates impaired kidney function
Vitamin D Deficiency
common due to limited sun exposure or poor diet
Elevated WBC Count
may indicate infection or inflammation
Low Platelet Count
can be seen in liver disease or bone marrow suppression
Hypokalemia
low potassium, often related to diuretic use
Proteinuria
presence of protein in urine, can indicate kidney disease
Hypocalcemia
low calcium, which can occur with vitamin D deficiency or hypoparathyroidism
Hypercalcemia
often seen in hyperparathyroidism or malignancy
Elevated PSA
screening abnormality for prostate issues
Low GFR
indicates chronic kidney disease
Elevated BUN
commonly associated with kidney disease or dehydration
Increased ESR/CRP
markers of inflammation, seen in infections or autoimmune conditions.
Low Vitamin B12