Which of these tests would a physician MOST likely order if the physician was concerned about how well a patient’s kidneys are working?

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erythrocyte sedimentation rate
erythrocyte sedimentation rate

fasting lipid panel
fasting lipid panel

complete metabolic panel
complete metabolic panel

hemoglobin A1C

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The physician would MOST likely order a complete metabolic panel if they were concerned about how well a patient’s kidneys are working. This panel typically includes measurements of kidney function, such as blood urea nitrogen (BUN) and creatinine levels.