This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Miscellaneous (Pharmacology), Subject name: Pharmacology
Branched chain aminoacid is used in: 
Select and explain. 
A. MODS, B. SIRS, C. Sepsis, D. Isolated hepatic failure
D: Isolated hepatic failure
Answer: D: Isolated hepatic failure 
Explanation: Ans: d (Isolated hepatic failure)Ref: Various internet sitesBranched chain amino acids are used in hepatic encephalopathy to improve mental function and muscle control.They have been tried in burns, sepsis and trauma but without much success.Eg of branched chain amino acid -valine, leucine and isoleucine.