Lundh's test
Lundh's test
Lundh's test (pronunciation: /lʊndz tɛst/) is a diagnostic procedure used in the field of gastroenterology to assess the functionality of the pancreas. The test was named after the Swedish physician, Holger Lundh, who first introduced it in the mid-20th century.
Etymology
The term "Lundh's test" is derived from the name of its inventor, Holger Lundh, a renowned Swedish gastroenterologist. The word "test" comes from the Old French test, meaning "small vessel", which is a metaphor for a method of examination or trial.
Procedure
Lundh's test involves the administration of a meal or hormone that stimulates the pancreas to secrete its enzymes. The duodenal contents are then aspirated and analyzed for pancreatic enzyme activity. This test is used to diagnose pancreatic insufficiency, a condition where the pancreas does not produce enough digestive enzymes.
Related Terms
- Pancreas: A glandular organ in the digestive system and endocrine system of vertebrates.
- Gastroenterology: The branch of medicine focused on the digestive system and its disorders.
- Pancreatic insufficiency: A health disorder where the pancreas does not make enough enzymes for the body to digest foods properly.
- Holger Lundh: A Swedish gastroenterologist who first introduced Lundh's test.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Lundh's test
- Wikipedia's article - Lundh's test
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