Stool For Occult Blood near me in Guntur
Understanding Stool For Occult Blood in Guntur
What is Stool For Occult Blood in Guntur?
The Stool For Occult Blood test checks for occult (hidden) blood in the stool which is not visible to the naked eye to help assess your gastrointestinal health. This test is done to screen for colorectal cancer, colon polyps, ulcers and other gastrointestinal conditions that can cause bleeding in the digestive tract. It is widely available with Tata 1mg labs at an affordable price in Guntur.
The Stool For Occult Blood test is typically recommended as a part of routine screening in adults aged 50 and older to check for colorectal cancer, when there are unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, weight loss, anemia etc, as a follow-up testing for those with a family history of colorectal cancer or polyps or to monitor individuals who have previously had colorectal cancer, had polyps or other gastrointestinal conditions.
Few special preparations need to be considered before getting tested with the Stool For Occult Blood test.
What does Stool For Occult Blood measure?
The Stool For Occult Blood test measures the presence of occult (hidden) blood in the stool, which cannot be seen with naked eyes. This test helps detect small amounts of blood that may be indicative of various gastrointestinal conditions such as colorectal cancer, diverticular disease, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease etc. By identifying even trace amounts of blood, it can help detect bleeding within the digestive tract that may indicate a significant underlying condition warranting further investigation.
The Stool For Occult Blood test helps in the early identification of the underlying problem causing bleeding, potentially preventing the complications and improving the treatment outcome.
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