Barium Enema is a topic covered in the Davis's Lab & Diagnostic Tests.

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General

Synonym/Acronym:
Air-contrast barium enema, double-contrast barium enema, lower GI series, BE.

Common Use:
To assist in diagnosing bowel disease in the colon such as tumors and polyps.

Area Of Application:
Colon.

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