Question

which of the following would be a confirmatory test for acute pancreatitis?
a) ultrasound
b) tomography
c) culture and sensitivity
d) kub
e) nitrite

Explanation:

• Ultrasound can show pancreatic enlargement, fluid collections, etc., which are indicative of acute pancreatitis.
• Tomography (like CT) can also be useful but ultrasound is a more common initial confirmatory test.
• Culture and sensitivity is for identifying pathogens (not for confirming pancreatitis).
• KUB (Kidney - Ureter - Bladder X - ray) mainly shows the urinary system and some abdominal calcifications (not specific for pancreatitis).
• Nitrite test is for urinary tract infections (not relevant to pancreatitis).

Answer:

a) Ultrasound