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Endoscopy and biopsy can be used to indicate the diseases in esophagus, stomach and duodenum. Also, bleeding can be stanched through the tube. If abnormal areas are noted, tissue samples can be obtained through the endoscope. The tissue samples will be checked to identify the cause of bleeding.