What is Sitz marker test?
Category: Procedures
See also: X-rays
A sitz marker test is done to evaluate the movement of the bowels. A capsule is swallowed by mouth that holds tiny markers which will show up on x-ray. This allows the doctors track their progress through the intestines.
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rectal outlet dysfunction | 1 | 0 |
- Major
- Moderate
- Slight
- None
- Can't tell
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