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Is there a blood test that can detect enzyme deficiencies? if so what is the name of the test? what type of doctor can test you for enzyme deficiency?

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Dr. Ali Saberi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Which enzymes?: There are an innumerable amount of enzymes in the body. The common ones we test for are liver enzymes, but ultimately need more details to provide a better answer.

Answered 6/25/2014

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Depends: It depends on what symptoms one has. If the symptoms are gastrointestinal,then a gastroenterologist would order the appropriate tests. For hormonal problems, an endocrinologist is best. For blood problems, a hematologist is best,etc. The specialist looks for the enzyme deficiency.

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