A risk of coronary artery disease can be diagnosed through routine checkups. A blood test can indicate high levels of cholesterol. A check of blood pressure can reveal unhealthy levels. The presence of common symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath can also point to the presence of the condition.
An ultrasound uses soundwaves to create a picture of the inside of your body. An ultrasound of your abdomen will show the pancreas and the surrounding area, including your liver. It can show if a tumour is present and its size.You will lie on your back for the procedure.
I got some blood work done and the reports came recently. Doc has further requested or a Ultrasound around upper abdomen area. She mentioned that it could be something with pancreas as all the reports were fine except one.... show more Last month, I had some stomach ache that prompted me to get myself checked with my physician. I got some blood work done and the reports came recently. Doc has further requested or a Ultrasound around upper abdomen area. She mentioned that it could be something with pancreas as all the reports were fine except one. She said it might be some deposit that could lead to stone formation.