Which of the following test results are correct for a patient with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome?
A) Elevated serum gastrin, increase in basal gastric acid output
B) Decrease serum gastrin, decreased in basal gastric acid output
C) Elevated serum gastrin, decreased in basal gastric acid output
D) Decrease serum gastrin, increase in basal gastric acid output

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Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is characterized by the presence of gastrin-secreting tumors (gastrinomas), usually in the pancreas or duodenum, leading to elevated levels of serum gastrin and increased basal gastric acid output. This results in peptic ulcers and other gastrointestinal symptoms.

Which of the Following Test Results Are Correct for a Patient