Smear of duodenal fluid aspirate


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Duodenum tissue smear
Duodenum tissue smear
Alternative Names

Duodenal aspirated fluid smear


What the risks are

The risks may include bleeding, perforation (hole), and infection. Certain pre-existing conditions may prohibit use of this test.


Special considerations

Other, less invasive, tests can often be performed to detect the presence of giardia and other infections.



Review Date: 02/10/2006
Reviewed By: Kenneth Wener, M.D., Division of Infectious Diseases, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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