Book Basic Stool Study Near Me

A Basic Stool Study, also called a stool test or stool analysis, checks a small sample of your poop to look for infection, inflammation, blood, or digestion problems. You can book at participating labs on LabFinder and keep your results in our secure patient portal.

What is a Basic Stool Study and what does it show

A Basic Stool Study, sometimes called a stool test, fecal test, or stool analysis, looks at a sample of stool in the lab. It can check for germs or bacteria, signs of parasites, hidden blood, and markers of inflammation. These findings help understand causes of diarrhea, belly pain, or ongoing stomach issues.

Who should get a Basic Stool Study test

Common reasons: ongoing or severe diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fever with gut symptoms, or mucus or blood seen in the stool. Your LabFinder physician may also order it if you have a weakened immune system or recent travel with new stomach problems.

How long does a Basic Stool Study test take and what to expect

You will receive a clean container and simple instructions. You collect a small stool sample at home or in a private restroom at the lab. Your visit is simple and quick, usually 10 to 20 minutes to pick up a kit or drop off a sample. The lab then runs tests and posts results when they are ready.

Is a Basic Stool Study test safe and what are the risks

This test is very safe. You simply collect a stool sample, so there is no blood draw or imaging needed. Use the clean container and follow the directions to avoid spills or contamination. Tell the staff if you have active rectal bleeding, a recent barium study, or if you are on antibiotics, since these can affect results.

How to prepare for a Basic Stool Study test

Simple prep: try not to mix urine, water, or toilet paper with the sample. Ask if you should pause certain antibiotics, or antacids before collection. Use the clean tools provided, label the container, and return it promptly. If instructed, keep the sample cool and bring an ID and your insurance card to your appointment.

Related conditions a Basic Stool Study test may help evaluate

A stool study may help evaluate stomach and intestinal infections, food poisoning, parasitic illness, inflammation of the gut, bleeding in the digestive tract, and problems digesting or absorbing food. Results still need your doctor’s review to decide next steps for you.

Tests similar to Basic Stool Study and how they differ

• Stool culture: looks for specific bacteria that cause infection.
• Ova and parasite exam: checks for parasites and their eggs.
• Fecal occult blood test: looks for hidden blood that you cannot see.

Your doctor may combine these with a Basic Stool Study to get a fuller picture.

Book Basic Stool Study using LabFinder

You can compare locations, see times, and book online at participating labs. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Many locations accept insurance, and coverage varies by plan and provider. LabFinder helps you schedule with confidence and organize your results.

Book on LabFinder: find a lab today on our lab finder and request a test doctor guided.