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Summary

Tropical calcific pancreatitis (TCP) is a type of chronic pancreatitis unique to tropical regions. Large intraductal calculi are present, and evidence of pancreatic calcification is seen on imaging studies (summary by Mahurkar et al., 2006). [from OMIM]

Available tests

18 tests are in the database for this condition.

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Genes See tests for all associated and related genes

  • Also known as: PCTT, PSTI, Spink3, TATI, TCP, SPINK1
    Summary: serine peptidase inhibitor Kazal type 1

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