A patient's laboratory test results indicate an increased level of metanephrines.This finding is most indicative of which of the following?
A)Lymphoma
B)Retinoblastoma
C)Pheochromocytoma
D)Glioma

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An increased level of metanephrines is most indicative of a pheochromocytoma, a tumor that produces excess levels of catecholamines such as adrenaline and noradrenaline. Lymphoma, retinoblastoma, and glioma do not typically affect catecholamine levels.

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