Treating various pancreatic diseases requires working with a team that understands these problems and how to spot and manage them effectively. At Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology, Dr. Parviz Gholami in Calabasas, CA, can help you get answers about potential pancreatic disease by utilizing a variety of tests. These can ensure you know what’s happening with your body and make it easier for us to find treatments that reduce your symptoms.

Blood Tests 

 Pancreatic blood tests are some of the most common tests available. They’re designed to diagnose acute pancreatitis (inflammation of the organ) and make it easier to get appropriate treatment. These tests are pretty simple and only require a quick blood test to look for amylase and lipase, two digestive enzymes. The steps involved in this testing process include:

• Identifying an appropriate vein for drawing blood 
• Applying a tourniquet to get enough blood for the test
• Carefully cleaning the sample site before puncture
• Placing the needle into the vein to draw blood
• Managing the wound area to prevent excessive bleeding 
• Doing intensive blood tests to look for amylase and lipase

 With our team at Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology helping him, Dr. Parviz Gholami can diagnose your pancreatic disease in Calabasas, CA. However, it’s also important to understand more advanced diagnostic tools, as these may be essential for tracking the risk of various cancers and other conditions.

Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

 Pancreatic cancer tests may involve more than just basic blood tests. Drawing blood can help us determine if you have elevated hormones and lipids that could indicate cancer. However, diagnosis requires several other steps that can track a person’s cancer risk, figure out if it’s progressing, and ensure that they get help. These include steps like:

• X-rays, CT scans, magnetic reasoning imaging (MRI), or positron emission tomography tests
• Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography to spot potential jaundice
• Endosonography to look for dense tissues that could be cancerous 
• Gastroscopy examinations to observe areas to be biopsied

Therapy is Available for Your Pancreas Health Needs

 With the help of Calabasas Advanced Gastroenterology and Dr. Parviz Gholami, you can receive information about pancreatic disease in Calabasas, CA, and get the right treatment for your situation. Call us at (818) 696-8840 to learn more about our many treatment options.