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What is the best test that doctors administer in order to find out if you have sarcoidosis?
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Sarcoidosis diag: The most reliable diagnosis of sarcoidosis is made based on a combination of the clinical information and a biopsy of affected tissue showing non-caveating granulomas. Since lymphoma - a form of cancer - can present similarly the biopsy is needed in most cases.
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