A 28-year-old bank employee undergoes investigation for infertility that revealed oligospermia. On further inquiry, it is found that he has suffered from repeated bouts of coughing since childhood and episodes of recurrent pancreatitis. Clubbing of the fingers is evident. Which test is most likely to reveal the cause of his chronic lung disease?
A 28-year-old bank employee undergoes investigation for infertility that revealed oligospermia. On further inquiry, it is found that he has suffered from repeated bouts of coughing since childhood and episodes of recurrent pancreatitis. Clubbing of the fingers is evident. Which test is most likely to reveal the cause of his chronic lung disease?
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A 28-year-old bank employee undergoes investigation for infertility that revealed oligospermia. On further inquiry, it is found that he has suffered from repeated bouts of coughing since childhood and episodes of recurrent pancreatitis. Clubbing of the fingers is evident. Which test is most likely to reveal the cause of his chronic lung disease?
✓ Correct Answer: C. Sweat chloride elevated to over 80 mEq/L
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