What tests are done to diagnose pulmonary lymphangitic carcinomatosis?

What tests are done to diagnose pulmonary lymphangitic carcinomatosis?

Pulmonary lymphangitic carcinomatosis affects the lymphatic system in your lungs. Healthcare providers may use the following tests to diagnose this form of carcinomatosis:

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). This test produces detailed images using a magnet, radio waves and a computer.
• Chest X-Ray. A chest X-ray uses a focused beam of radiation to look at your heart, lungs and bones.
• Computed tomography (CT) scan. CT scans use a series of X-rays and a computer to create three-dimensional images of your soft tissues and bones.
• Lung V/Q scan. This scan looks for blood clots in your lungs.
• Positron emission tomography (PET) scan. Healthcare providers inject a radioactive tracer into your body to detect early signs of cancer.
• Bronchoscopy. Healthcare providers use a thin bendable tube called a bronchoscope to look inside your airways and lungs.