A series of radiographic images taken of the pharynx,esophagus,stomach,and duodenum after the contrast agent barium has been administered orally is a(n)
A)barium enema.
B)endoscopic ultrasound.
C)upper GI series.
D)Helicobacter pylori antibodies test.

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An upper GI series involves the administration of barium orally and then taking radiographic images of the pharynx, esophagus, stomach, and duodenum. Therefore, the correct choice is C. A barium enema involves the administration of barium into the rectum to visualize the large intestine, while an endoscopic ultrasound involves the use of an endoscope with an ultrasound probe to visualize the digestive tract. A Helicobacter pylori antibodies test is a blood test to detect antibodies to H. pylori, a bacteria that can cause stomach ulcers.

A Series of Radiographic Images Taken of the Pharynx,esophagus,stomach,and Duodenum