The ________ Test is Often Used to Estimate the Glomerular

Question

The ________ test is often used to estimate the glomerular filtration rate.
A) inulin
B) glucose tolerance
C) CBC or complete blood count
D) specific gravity
E) creatinine clearance

Accepted Answer

The creatinine clearance test is specifically used to estimate the glomerular filtration rate, which is a measure of how well the kidneys are functioning. In contrast, the inulin test is also used to measure glomerular function, but it is less commonly used due to its expense and invasiveness. The glucose tolerance test is used to diagnose diabetes, and the CBC and specific gravity tests are not useful for evaluating kidney function.