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Lab and ICD Procedur
MEDOP 230- Gastroenterology: Laboratory and Diagnostic Procedures
Term | Definition | Note |
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Albumin | Major protein molecule in the blood, produced by the liver; low level may indicate liver disease. | |
CLO (Campylobacter-like organisms) | Rapid gastric mucosa screening for H. pylori that uses urea containing pads | |
.Culture and sensitivity (C&S) | Fecal test in which bacterial colonies are grown in culture for identification and testing of antibiotics. | |
Fecal occult blood test | Fecal test to determine whether non-visible blood is present in feces. | |
Gastric analysis | Test to measure the amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach; uses a nasogastric tube to collect stomach contents. | |
Liver function tests (LFTs) | Panel of blood tests that gives a comprehensive picture of liver function. | •Albumin•Bilirubin•ALP•ALT•AST•GGT•Prothrombin time |
Ova and parasites (O&P) | Fecal test to determine whether parasites are in the GI system by checking for worms and their eggs in feces. |