Pancreatic Elastase Test: Puanani Hopson, D.O.
Puanani Hopson, D.O., a Mayo Clinic pediatric gastroenterologist, explains the pancreatic elastase test — a screening test that can be useful when symptoms point to the possibility of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Dr. Hopson reviews when this test sh
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Show Notes
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Would you be able to tell us a little bit about yourself and your background?
(01:26)
So would you be able to provide us a brief overview of this assay?
(02:16)
When thinking about the application of this test, which patients should have this testing, and when should it be performed?
(03:09)
So after the test has been performed, how are the results used to guide patient care?
(04:33)
So what alternative testing options are available, and how might those compare to pancreatic elastase?
(09:32)
When you're meeting with a patient, and perhaps their parents or guardian, how do you typically explain why you're having this test?
(10:47)
Is there anything else you'd like to share with us today about this test?
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