Which lab finding most supports a diagnosis of Tumor Lysis Syndrome in a patient with high-grade lymphoma undergoing chemotherapy?
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Correct answer: Hyperuricemia and hyperphosphatemia
Tumor Lysis Syndrome is characterized by hyperuricemia and hyperphosphatemia due to massive tumor cell lysis.
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