What Is Wegener's Granulomatosis?
8. Diagnosis
Your doctor will want to ask you about your symptoms and your medical history. They may also want to perform a brief physical exam. Further tests will be needed to help confirm the diagnosis, however. This will generally include blood tests that will help to look for signs of inflammation in the blood vessels.
X-rays and other imaging techniques like an MRI and CT scan may also be used. These will help experts to get a visual idea of your blood vessels and your organs. Urine samples may also be taken to help look for signs of the condition. A sample of affected tissues might also be taken so they can be examined closely.
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