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Proctitis laboratory findings

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Overview

Overview

Laboratory Findings

Laboratory Findings

A biopsy is taken, in which the doctor scrapes a tiny piece of tissue from the rectum, and this tissue is then tested. The physician may also take a stool sample to test for infections or bacteria.

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