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what to expect from test results?
03/22/04 11:38 AM

Bethany

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Well, I finally went in for some blood work this morning and also provided them with a stool sample. (my poor husband gets grossed out by all this stuff!!)

I am just wondering what I should expect and/or what I should look out for. I'm not sure what all is being checked in the blood work, but I think the stool is being tested for malabsorbtion. What if certain test come back positive. And if they come back negative, does that clerify that I simply have IBS?

Just a little curious. This is the first time I have actually gone for any tests. After having bloating, gas, D, and pains (which have subsided) for over 4 years... I figured it was time!! I guess I am not one who likes to be babied when it comes to that stuff.

Thanks guys!! I haven't been on the boards in a few days and I feel behind!!

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what to expect from test results?
Bethany
03/22/04 11:38 AM

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sherr1
03/23/04 08:20 AM

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LauraSue
03/22/04 01:20 PM

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Bethany
03/22/04 02:43 PM

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03/23/04 08:10 AM

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03/23/04 09:01 AM

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