Tom has hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver. Which of the following symptoms would you expect to observe in Tom?
A) jaundice
B) elevated levels of blood glucose
C) impaired digestion of protein
D) blood in the feces
E) overproduction of blood plasma albumin

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Jaundice is a common symptom in individuals with hepatitis as the inflammation of the liver can lead to a build-up of bilirubin in the blood, causing a yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes. Elevated levels of blood glucose, impaired digestion of protein, and blood in the feces are not typically associated with hepatitis. Overproduction of blood plasma albumin is also not a symptom of hepatitis, as albumin is a protein produced by the liver and hepatitis typically impairs, rather than enhances, liver function.

Tom Has Hepatitis, an Inflammation of the Liver