NOTE: This test is ONLY AVAILABLE TO AUSTRALIAN RESIDENTS.
A Faecal Occult stool test is a test that can detect tiny traces of blood in the stool which generally is such small traces that are hidden or cannot be seen traditionally under normal stool tests. The test is clinically useful as it can indicate the presence of disease at a relatively early stage when stools may appear normal. It is highly recommended to have this test ordered if you have a family history of bowel cancer or you suspect that you may have blood in the stool.
Generally, when you test for faecal occult blood there are two types that are commonly used for analyses. There is a chemical test based on a chemical reaction to haem which is a part of hemoglobin, the oxygen-carrying molecule found in red blood cells. There is also an immunological test that uses antibodies that recognize haemoglobin. At NutriPATH both types of methods are used for testing. The faecal occult blood test is used to detect small amounts of blood in the stool. If the test is positive, a colonoscopy will be needed to find the reason for the bleeding.
Common Conditions:
- Family history of bowel cancer
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Blood in stool
- Bloating
About the Faecal Occult Blood Test
Faecal Occult Blood Test is a simple stool sample test that can be done at your home or at the office, it only takes minutes to complete and is then sent to the laboratory in the express post bag provided.
The test contains:
- All the equipment needed to complete the test
- A full set of instructions
- Express Post overnight return delivery to the laboratory
- Test results are sent to one of our professional health practitioners within 10-12 business days for evaluation. Our practitioners contact you with the results and recommendations on any findings via email, mail, or phone so you’ll know exactly what you need to do if the results come back positive.
Testing for:
Faecal Occult Blood (chemical & immunological)
