What Is Cholangitis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Diagnosis
There are different imaging tests used to visualize the bile duct system and identify any blockages, hardening, or narrowing. Some of these are non-invasive, such as ultrasound, which produces images by bouncing high-frequency sound waves off internal structures of the body. Other studies include CT scan, magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP), and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography.
Laboratory tests can also help diagnose cholangitis. These include tests of your liver function and enzyme levels. Your doctor may take a blood culture to look for bacteria or a complete blood count to look for other signs of infection.
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