Irritable bowel syndrome diagnostic study of choice

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  • To describe the most efficient/sensitive/specific test that is utilized for diagnosis of [disease name].
  • To describe the gold standard test for the diagnosis of [disease name].
  • To describe the diagnostic criteria, which may be based on clinical findings, physical exam signs, pathological findings, lab findings, findings on imaging, or even findings that exclude other diseases.
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Diagnostic Study of Choice

There is no diagnostic study of choice for IBS. The diagnosis of IBS is made based on history and physical exam and fulfillment of the Rome criteria. There are no major abnormalities seen on lab studies and imaging.