A client tells the nurse, "I have had abdominal pain, bloating, visual disturbances, and bone pain for the last 3 to 6 months." On assessment, the nurse finds excessive weight loss and suspects an autoimmune hypersensitivity disorder

Which diagnostic test does the primary health-care provider recommend for further confirmation?
1. Abdominal CT scan
2. Ultrasound abdomen
3. Serology celiac panel
4. Barium contrast x-ray series


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