This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Nutritional Requirements, Subject name: Pediatrics
[{'content': 'What serum level of albumin is considered as mild degree of malnutrition: \nSelect and explain. \nA. 4.0 g/dl, B. 3.5 g/dl, C. 3.0 g/dl, D. 2.5 g/dl', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: B \nExplanation: Ans. (b) 3.5g/dlRef.: OP Ghai 8th ed.196,98All the following criteria must be met for diagnosis of mild malnutrition* Patient is 20% below usual weight or significant history of weight loss documented* Serum albumin < 3.5gm/dL* MAC < 12.5 cmAlso Remember: Definition of significant weight loss % Loss of BODY WEIGHT OVER Time Period1-2%1 week5%1 month7.5%3 momths10%6 moths', 'role': 'assistant'}]