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… A lipase test is done to: Check for pancreatitis and other diseases of the pancreas. See if the treatment for … such as gallstones and inflammation ( cholecystitis ). Chronic kidney disease . Problems with the intestines, such … such as gallstones and inflammation ( cholecystitis ). Chronic kidney disease . Problems with the intestines, such …
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… a CT scan may find include infection, lung cancer , a pulmonary embolism , and an aneurysm . It also can be used … bleeding in the belly, diverticulitis , inflammatory bowel disease , and appendicitis . Urinary tract. A CT scan of the … gland , or pancreas . A CT scan of the chest shows a pulmonary embolism , fluid in the lungs, or infection. An …
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… films or stored as digital pictures in a computer. A lung (pulmonary) angiogram is used to check the arteries that lead to the lungs (pulmonary arteries) and the blood vessels in the lungs. It … bulging, or other problem of the blood vessels is seen. The pulmonary artery pressures are normal. Abnormal: Blood …
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… can also get higher when the liver is severely damaged or diseased, because the liver normally breaks down lactic … flow to the intestines, carbon monoxide poisoning , or pulmonary embolism that prevent adequate oxygen from … flow to the intestines, carbon monoxide poisoning , or pulmonary embolism that prevent adequate oxygen from …
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… forms in the deep veins of the legs, pelvis, or arms. Pulmonary embolism , a condition in which blood flow in an … forms in the deep veins of the legs, pelvis, or arms. Pulmonary embolism , a condition in which blood flow in an …
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… angiogram is done to look for: A blood clot in the lungs ( pulmonary embolism ). A narrowing (stenosis) or blockage in … legs and in other parts of the body ( peripheral arterial disease ). An abnormal pattern of blood vessels that may be … angiogram is done to look for: A blood clot in the lungs ( pulmonary embolism ). A narrowing (stenosis) or blockage in …
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… tissue sample. This method may be used if an infectious disease is suspected, if the abnormal lung tissue is located … Diagnose certain lung conditions, such as sarcoidosis or pulmonary fibrosis . In rare cases, a lung biopsy may be … Diagnose certain lung conditions, such as sarcoidosis or pulmonary fibrosis . In rare cases, a lung biopsy may be …
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… and block blood flow to the lungs. This problem is called a pulmonary embolism. During pregnancy, Doppler ultrasound may … that can quickly check the extent of blood vessel damage or disease. Duplex Doppler. This test uses standard ultrasound … and block blood flow to the lungs. This problem is called a pulmonary embolism. During pregnancy, Doppler ultrasound may …
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… treatment. Diagnose inflammatory problems such as pulmonary fibrosis or sarcoidosis . Find certain types of … treatment. Diagnose inflammatory problems such as pulmonary fibrosis or sarcoidosis . Find certain types of …
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… pain related to the liver or pancreas. Find gallstones or diseases of the liver, bile ducts, or pancreas. Remove … have serious heart disease and older adults who have other chronic diseases have a greater chance of having problems … have serious heart disease and older adults who have other chronic diseases have a greater chance of having problems …
