A patient's history includes the following documentation: Small ulcers (chancres) appeared on the genitalia and disappeared after 4 to 6 weeks Elevated temperature, skin rash, and enlarged lymph nodes Which of the following procedures will be used to initially diagnose the patient?

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The symptoms described are consistent with early-stage syphilis, which can be diagnosed through serology testing (specifically, a blood test that can detect antibodies to the bacteria that causes syphilis). A bone marrow test, chest x-ray, or thyroid scan would not be indicated for this presentation.

A Patient's History Includes the Following Documentation: Small Ulcers (Chancres)