When Papules Signal Danger

A patient presents with flesh-colored papules on the face. Learn how these skin findings can point to a serious underlying endocrine condition like MEN-2B.

Calcitonin


What laboratory test is most appropriate for this patient?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Alpha-fetoprotein
Beta2-microglobulin
Calcitonin
Insulin-like growth factor-1
Red-cell transketolase

Calcitonin, Dermatology, Medullary Thyroid Cancer, MEN 2B, Tumor Markers

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