Stool examination involves analyzing a sample of stool (feces) to diagnose or monitor various gastrointestinal conditions. The examination can include several different tests and observations:
Microscopic Examination: Identifies the presence of parasites, bacteria, and other microorganisms, as well as signs of inflammation or blood.
Chemical Tests: Detects substances such as blood (occult blood test), fats (for malabsorption issues), or other markers indicating disease.
Culture and Sensitivity: Grows and identifies pathogenic bacteria or fungi from the stool sample to determine the best treatment.
Occult Blood Test: Tests for hidden (occult) blood in the stool, which can indicate bleeding in the digestive tract.
Ova and Parasites Test: Looks for eggs, larvae, or adult forms of parasites.
This examination is useful for diagnosing infections, digestive disorders, malabsorption issues, and conditions like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or colorectal cancer.
All test groups and subgroup
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PHYSICAL EXAMINATION(STL)
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Colour
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Consistency
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Mucus
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CHEMICAL EXAMINATION(STL)
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Occult Blood
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Reducing Substance
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MICROSCOPIC EXAMINATION(STL)
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RBC
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Pus Cells
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Macrophages
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Epithelial cells
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Ova
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Cyst
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Blood
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Fat Globules
- Yeast Cells
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Other Findings
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