Which investigation best confirms Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Serum creatine kinase
- Step 1: The test that best confirms Duchenne muscular dystrophy is: serum creatine kinase.
Answer
Serum creatine kinase.
Why not the others: 'Electroencephalography': it detects seizures. 'Lumbar puncture': it assesses the CSF. 'Nerve conduction studies alone': they assess nerves, not muscle fibres.
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