Which of the following is the best test for assessment of intestinal malabsorption?

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A. Fecal fat estimation. Ans: A(Ref: Harrison 19/c p193(S)Fecal fat estimation - Gold standard test for diagnosis of malabsorption.Intestinal malabsorption diagnosis:D-xylose test.Tests for xylose absorption in intestinal villi.Distinguishs intestinal from pancreatic malabsorption.Pancreatic malabsorption diagnosis:NBT-PABA & serum amylase.

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B. Serum lactose levels

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C. Serum amylase levels

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D. NBT-PABA test

Which of the following is the best test for assessment of intestinal malabsorption?

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