Stool Examination
Test
Stool Examination
The Stool Examination test is performed to look for bacteria, viruses, and other germs in your stool sample. It helps diagnose diseases like gastric or colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, hemorrhoids, anal fissures, etc.
The stool sample is examined to determine whether bacteria or microorganisms have infected the intestine. Symptoms such as:
- Diarrhea
- Blood in stool
- Fever
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Weak immune system
- Food poisoning
For the test procedure, the patient has to take a sample of their urine in containers for 24 hours. The first urine of the day has to be flushed, and the next trip to the bathroom will be the first sample. The time has to be tracked.
Stool Examination Tests
Stool for Hanging Drop
The Stool for Hanging Drop test is performed to check for a bacteria named flagella that has an organ for locomotion. This test examines the motility of various bacteria.
A drop of stool specimen is placed on a glass coverslip, and petroleum jelly is applied around it. The coverslip is dangled at a depressed angle, and this preparation helps in the easy examination.
This test is done to:
A drop of stool specimen is placed on a glass coverslip, and petroleum jelly is applied around it. The coverslip is dangled at a depressed angle, and this preparation helps in the easy examination.
This test is done to:
- Diagnose Cholera
- Diagnose bacterial infection in the bowel
Stool for Occult Blood
The Stool for Occult Blood is known as the Faecal Occult Blood test, where the stool is tested for occult blood. Occult blood indicates colon cancer or polyps in the rectum. As the occult blood passes in a
limited amount, only this test can help identify and diagnose the disease.
For all the stool tests, no prior preparations are required. A sample of the stool is taken to conduct the tests.
For all the stool tests, no prior preparations are required. A sample of the stool is taken to conduct the tests.
Test Table
| Test Parameter | Sample | Methodology | Temp. | Schedule | Reporting | Price (INR) | Clinical Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stool Examination | Stool (1 g) | Microscopy and chemical method | A | Daily | 4 Hours | 150 | Examination for presence of microorganism that causes infection |
| Stool for Hanging Drop | Stool (5 g) in sterile screw capped container | Microscopy | RT (24 hrs) | Daily | Next Day (11:00) | 180 | - |
| Stool for Occult Blood | Stool (1 g) | Guaiac based test | A | Daily | 4 Hours | 130 | - |