QUIZ #2 – HSRO

SOFA score’s liver function assessment

Correct Answer: b) The measurement of serum bilirubin levels.

Explanation: The SOFA score uses serum bilirubin levels to assess liver function. In patients with pre-existing chronic liver disease, elevated bilirubin levels may already be present, potentially leading to an underestimation of acute liver dysfunction since the score may not adequately differentiate between chronic and acute changes in bilirubin