Question

1. the procedural term for a series of x - ray films taken of the stomach and duodenum after barium has been swallowed is:

lower gi series
anastomosis
upper gi series
adhesion in the abdomen

1. the word part cholangio - refers to:

bladder
fat or lymph
bile duct
gall, cholesterol

Explanation:

1. An upper GI series involves taking X - ray films of the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum after barium is swallowed. A lower GI series is for the large intestine. Anastomosis is a surgical connection, and adhesion is abnormal tissue sticking together.
2. The prefix "cholangio -" refers to the bile duct in medical terminology.

Answer:

1. upper GI series
2. bile duct