How Do You Assess For Peritonitis?

How Do You Assess For Peritonitis? Blood and urine tests. Imaging studies such as X-rays and computerized tomography (CT) scans. Exploratory surgery. What is the most specific exam finding for diagnosing peritonitis? Rigidity (involuntary contraction of the abdominal muscles) is the most specific exam finding for diagnosing peritonitis. How do you test for peritonitis? X-rays.