ESR may be raised in SIBO and SIFO. But, it is not a conclusive test.
SIBO and SIFO can manifest as malabsorption syndrome. So, deficiency of vitamins, fats, etc will indicate towards them along with a clinical examination.
A confirmatory test would be examination of small intestinal aspirate.
Answered2023-11-14 14:38:12
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