Which of the following blood tests is most useful for day to day monitoring of long-term trends in the nutrition status of the patient?

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Albumin levels are a good indicator of the long-term nutrition status of the patient as they reflect protein synthesis over a period of several weeks. Total WBC count and serum potassium levels are not specific indicators of nutritional status, and hematocrit can be affected by factors other than nutrition such as dehydration or blood loss.

Which of the Following Blood Tests Is Most Useful for Day