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Amylase & lipase tests
Tests for the levels of amylase and lipase enzymes in the blood.
Liver function tests (LFTs)
Tests for the presence of enzymes and bilirubin in the blood.
Stool culture
test for microorganisms present in feces.
Stool guaiac test or hemoccult test
Test to detect occult (hidden) blood in feces.
Lower gastrointestinal series (barium enema)
X-ray images of the colon and rectum obtained after injection of barium into the rectum.
Upper gastrointestinal series
X-ray images of the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine obtained after administering barium by mouth.
Cholangiography
X-ray examination of the biliary system performed after injection of contrast into the bile ducts.
Computed tomography (CT)
A series of x-ray images are taken in multiple views (especially cross section).
Abdominal ultrasonography
Sound waves beamed into the abdomen produce an image of abdominal viscera.
Endoscopic ultrasonography (EUS)
Use of an endoscope combined with ultrasound to examine the organs of the gastrointestinal tract.
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