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Which is the following the test of choice for assessment of mucosal function of GIT?

A
Biopsy
B
Schilling test
C
D-xylose test
D
Small bowel study
High-Yield Explanation
D-Xylose is a carbohydrate which is normally absorbed from the small intestine. Measuring D-xylose level in the serum or its excretion in urine after ingestion, is used for the evaluation of carbohydrate absorption ability of the proximal small intestinal mucosa. Ref: Pocket Guide to Diagnostic Tests By Diana Nicoll, 5th Edition

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