CH 6: Pathology Flashcards

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liver function tests (LFTs)

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tests for the presence of enzymes and bilirubin in blood

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stool culture

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test for microorganisms present in feces

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stool guaiac test or Hemoccult test

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test to detect occult (hidden) blood in feces

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ERCP

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endoscopy retrograde cholangiopancreotography

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cholangiography

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x ray examination of the biliary system performed after injection of contrast into the bili ducts
- ERCP ***

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gastric bypass or bariatric surgery

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reducing the size of the stomach and diverting food to the jejunum (grastrojejunostomy)

  • bariatric surgery: severe obesity; weight treatment
  • Roux-en-Y: reduce size of stomach to 2 tsp
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gastrointestinal endoscopy

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visual examination of the GI tract using an endoscope

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nasogastric intubation

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surgical insertion of a tube through the nose into the stomach

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paracentesis (abdominocentesis)

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surgical puncture to remove fluid from the abdomen

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emesis (emetic)

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vomit

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lysis

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breakdown

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ptosis

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dropping

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