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Is stool sample necessary?

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Created: 2022-06-02 04:57:09

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The most common reason to test stool is to determine whether a type of bacteria or parasite may be infecting the intestines. Many microscopic organisms living in the intestines are necessary for normal digestion.


Do I need a stool test?

Your doctor could order this test if you show any of these symptoms: Diarrhea that lasts more than a few days. Poop that contains blood or mucus. Stomach pain or cramping.

For what purpose stool test is done?

A stool analysis is a series of tests done on a stool (feces) sample to help diagnose certain conditions affecting the digestive tract. These conditions can include infection (such as from parasites, viruses, or bacteria), poor nutrient absorption, or cancer.

What problems can a stool sample show?

A stool test can detect many things significant to health: anything from parasite infection to signs of cancer, yeast or bacterial overgrowth, or pathogenic bacteria like C. difficile, Campylobacter and certain strains of E. coli.

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