A patient chart notes the patient has amenorrhea, galactorrhea, hirsutism, and osteoporosis. What diagnostic test would the healthcare professional prepare the patient for? A)Water deprivation test B)Hemoglobin A_1C C)CT scan of the head D)Ovarian biopsy

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The patient presents with characteristics of a prolactinoma: a pituitary tumor that secretes prolactin. The professional would prepare the patient for a CT scan of the head. A water deprivation test is used to diagnose diabetes insipidus. The hemoglobin A_1C is used to measure blood glucose over time. Polycystic ovary disease can lead to increased level of prolactin, but this is not diagnosed with a biopsy.

A Patient Chart Notes the Patient Has Amenorrhea, Galactorrhea, Hirsutism