Upper String Capsule Endoscopy
A string test involves swallowing a string to obtain a sample from the upper part of the small intestine. The sample is then tested to detect the presence of intestinal parasites. The string test is rarely used in the United States.
Alternative Names
Duodenal parasites test
How the test is performed
You swallow a string with a weighted gelatin capsule on the end. Four hours later it is pulled back out. Any
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