Understanding What are the Laboratory Abnormalities of Kwashiorkor?
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Kwashiorkor is a severe form of protein-energy malnutrition, and studies show that over 90% of children with severe acute malnutrition, including kwashiorkor, have an electrolyte imbalance. Understanding **what are the laboratory abnormalities of kwashiorkor** is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management, particularly distinguishing it from other forms of malnutrition.
