Hematochezia laboratory findings

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Overview

Laboratory Findings

Blood studies, including a complete blood count ( CBC) and differential, serum chemistries, clotting studies.
Upper GI bleeding will sometimes also be associated with a rise in the blood urea nitrogen (BUN) as blood components are absorbed by the GI tract.

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Overview