Which Laboratory Result is Most Relevant to the Assessment of a Patient's Nutritional Status?
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Malnutrition affects 30–50% of hospitalized patients in Western countries, underscoring the need for accurate assessment. Determining which laboratory result is most relevant to the assessment of a patient's nutritional status is complex, as no single test provides a complete picture, and results are often influenced by non-nutritional factors like inflammation.
