What Is Cystic Fibrosis?
9. Diagnosis
In order to help diagnose the condition, your doctor is likely to want to ask about your symptoms and perform a physical exam. Using a stethoscope, they will be able to look for signs of breathing problems. If cystic fibrosis is suspected, then tests will need to be requested in order to confirm the diagnosis.
A blood sample may be taken to help look for signs of cystic fibrosis. This includes looking for a certain chemical that is manufactured by the pancreas. This test is not always able to give an accurate diagnosis so further tests may be required. This can include genetic testing to help look for the faulty genes.
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