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5. All of the above
There a number of causes of hyperemesis gravidarum (1). These include infections (urinary tract infection, hepatitis, meningitis), gastrointestinal disorders (H. pylori, gastroenteritis, appendicitis, cholecystitis, pancreatitis, small bowel obstruction), metabolic disorders (thyrotoxicosis, Addison's disease, hyperparathyroidism), drugs (antibiotics, iron supplements), gestational trophoblastic diseases, molar pregnancy, and choriocarcinoma.
What additional laboratory should be drawn? (Click on the correct answer to be directed to the fourth of six pages)