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Small intestine tissue sample A sample of small intestine is obtained by the use of a flexible scope that is passed through the digestive tract to the small intestine. In the small intestine, a small sample is removed and placed on a microscope slide. The sample is stained and sectioned (sliced) for histological (tissue) examination. The test is performed to diagnose an infection or parasitic infestation of the small bowel.
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Review Date: 8/16/2004 12:00:00 AM
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team
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