Investigations Carried Out

At our pediatric gastroenterology clinic, our dedicated team of specialists conducts a variety of investigations aimed at improving and resolving your child’s symptoms. Below, you’ll find detailed information about each investigation, along with answers to common questions you may have. Should you need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our team members.

Investigations

Skin Prick Test

A skin prick test is a simple and safe method of testing whether your child has an immediate allergy.

Ultrasound

An ultrasound provides pictures of the structures within the upper abdomen.

Video Capsule Endoscopy

Video capsule endoscope (VCE) is designed to capture and transmit images of the lining of the small bowel wirelessly.

MRI Small Bowel

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is an Imaging tool that uses a power magnetic field.

Transit Marker Study

This test involves swallowing capsules containing radiopaque markers of different shapes.

24 pH Study

A pH study is a test which measures gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) over a 24 hour period.

Hydrogen Breath Test

A Hydrogen breath test is a non-invasive and safe investigative test performed in the clinic.

Barium Swallow

Barium swallow is an X-ray examination of the oesophagus (food pipe) and stomach.

Gastroscopy

A gastroscopy is a test, which allows us to look at the lining of the oesophagus.

Colonoscopy

A colonoscopy is a test, which allows us to look directly at the lining of the large bowel.

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Investigations Carried Out

Investigations

Skin Prick Test

Ultrasound

Video Capsule Endoscopy

MRI Small Bowel

Transit Marker Study

24 pH Study

Hydrogen Breath Test

Barium Swallow

Gastroscopy

Colonoscopy

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