The Diagnostic Test for Cryptorchidism That Confirms Presence of Testes

Question

The diagnostic test for cryptorchidism that confirms presence of testes is:
A) Follicle-stimulating hormone.
B) Serum gonadotropin.
C) Luteinizing hormone.
D) Serum testosterone.

Accepted Answer

Serum gonadotropin levels are used to confirm the presence of testes in cryptorchidism because they will be elevated if the testes are absent or nonfunctional.