A patient's laboratory test results indicate an elevated level of glucagon.The nurse should suspect which of the following conditions? Select all that apply.
A)Glucagonoma
B)Chronic pancreatitis
C)Hypoglycemia
D)Cystic fibrosis
E)Trauma

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Glucagonoma is a tumor of the alpha cells of the pancreas that produces an excess amount of glucagon, leading to elevated levels. Hypoglycemia triggers the release of glucagon to increase blood glucose levels. Trauma can lead to an acute stress response, increasing glucagon levels to mobilize energy resources.

A Patient's Laboratory Test Results Indicate an Elevated Level of Glucagon.The