Read article Carcinoid tests in general
This page tells you about the tests you may have if your doctor thinks you may have carcinoid.
Carcinoid tests in general
Most people begin by seeing their family doctor. Your GP will examine you, and ask about your general health and your symptoms.
Your GP may arrange for you to have more tests and X-rays at a hospital. You may need to see a specialist first. The type of specialist you see will depend on the symptoms your carcinoid is causing. If you have symptoms of bowel or stomach problems you will see a gastroenterologist or a gastro-intestinal surgeon. If you have symptoms related to your breathing, you will see a doctor who specialises in lung diseases (a chest or respiratory physician).
Tests at the hospital
The specialist will ask about your medical history and symptoms, and examine you again. Your specialist will also arrange any tests that you need. Again, these will depend on your symptoms. We have information about
- Tests for carcinoid tumour of the bowel and stomach
- Tests for carcinoid of the lung
You can view and print the quick guides for all the pages in the Diagnosing carcinoid section.
Most people begin by seeing their family doctor. Your GP will examine you, ask about your general health and your symptoms, including
- What symptoms you are having
- When you get them
- Whether anything you do makes them better or worse
Your GP may arrange for you to have more tests and X-rays at a hospital. You may need to see a specialist first. The type of specialist you see will depend on the symptoms your carcinoid is causing. If you have symptoms of bowel or stomach problems you will see a gastroenterologist or a gastro-intestinal surgeon. If you have symptoms related to your breathing, you will see a doctor who specialises in lung diseases (a chest or respiratory physician).
The specialist will
- Ask about your medical history and symptoms
- Examine you again
Your specialist will also arrange any tests that you need. Again, these will depend on your symptoms. On the following pages, we have divided information into
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