A patient is suspected of having cyanosis.Which test would be most appropriate for confirming this suspicion?
A)Magnesium
B)Methemoglobin
C)Microalbumin
D)Myoglobin

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Methemoglobin levels in the blood can be measured to confirm the presence of cyanosis. Methemoglobinemia is a condition where there is an abnormal amount of methemoglobin in the blood which results in a bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes (cyanosis). Magnesium, microalbumin, and myoglobin levels are not typically used to diagnose cyanosis.

A Patient Is Suspected of Having Cyanosis