Stool culture test in Pune
STOOL CULTURE TEST
To identify a medical disease typically connected to a problem in the stomach, intestines, or another area of the gastrointestinal system, a stool test involves the study of faecal waste. Additionally, it could be carried out to check for gastrointestinal bleeding, which could be a sign of colon cancer. Book your Stool Culture Test in Pune through Medintu.
What is the purpose of a stool Culture test?
People who exhibit signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal infection and have digestive complaints should be tested. Infections of the digestive tract can cause uncomfortable and potentially dangerous symptoms.
Among these symptoms are: Cramping and pain in the abdomen Severe diarrhoea that can last for several days and can be bloody Fever Vomiting and nausea
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When is the stool Culture test recommended?
Stool tests can be performed for a variety of conditions.
The following are the most commonly used stool tests:
Blood in the stool: This is done to check for any visible blood in the stool. It could be due to a rectal tear caused by straining against a hard stool.
Microbiology tests: These are performed by looking through a microscope at stools for the presence of worm larvae or eggs that cause diseases such as Hookworm, Whipworm, Ascariasis, and Strongyloidiasis.
faecal occult blood test (FOBT): A FOBT is performed to look for undetectable blood in the faeces. Infectious diarrhoea, gastrointestinal haemorrhage, and a few other disorders could be to blame for this.
Chemical tests: Human faeces are typically alkaline, thus an acidic stool may point to a rotavirus or E. coli infection or digestive issues like lactose intolerance. A sample of faeces is examined for acidity in the faecal pH test to detect a medical issue.
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FAQs
Stool tests are relatively cheaper when compared to blood and other tests. They can start anywhere between 120 to 300 rupees depending on the type of stool test and the lab you choose.
A simple stool test can help detect:
1. Blood in stools, which could indicate cancer.
2. Bacteria that could be causing diarrhea or dysentery.
3. Viruses and fungi causing diarrhea
4. Parasitic infections
5. Fat in the stool
6. Pus cells in the stool
Yes, you can take a stool test from home. With Medintu, you can book a stool test from the comfort of your home. A simple online booking will bring our technician to your address at a time suitable to you. You do not need to visit the laboratory to give the sample as our executive will collect it and go.
A stool test can explain what is causing symptoms like stomach pain, constipation, or diarrheas in the intestine. It tries to find whether these symptoms are because of a virus, bacteria, inflammation, parasite or cancer. It is a quick and easy test for assessing your gut health.