Which investigation best confirms Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Echocardiography
- Step 1: The test that best confirms Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction is: echocardiography.
Answer
Echocardiography.
Why not the others: 'Spirometry': it assesses airflow limitation. 'Serum amylase': it screens for pancreatitis. 'Chest radiograph alone': it shows congestion but not ejection fraction.
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