What are the items included in a gastrointestinal examination?
Disease description:
I've been feeling uncomfortable in my gastrointestinal tract these past couple of days, frequently experiencing abdominal pain and diarrhea, and I want to go to the hospital for an examination. What are the available gastrointestinal examination procedures?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
The main items for gastrointestinal examination include:
1. Stool routine: Used to check the shape, color, and presence of abnormal bacteria or cells in the stool, assisting in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal problems.
2. Occult blood test in stool: Examines the presence of blood cells in the stool, helpful in diagnosing gastrointestinal bleeding and intestinal inflammation.
3. C14 breath test: Used for screening Helicobacter pylori infection; non-radioactive and harmless to the human body.
4. Gastrointestinal endoscopy: Directly observes the condition of the gastrointestinal tract and provides a definitive diagnosis of lesions such as bleeding, polyps, and ulcers.
5. Blood tests: Such as complete blood count, liver function tests, used for general screening.
6. Other tests: Such as tumor markers, gastric color ultrasound, and gastrointestinal barium meal radiography, selected according to specific circumstances.
