A complete stool analysis is done to diagnose various conditions affecting the digestive system. Here, your stool sample is collected and tested in the lab for the presence of viruses, bacteria, parasites, pus cells, blood, fat, bile, white blood cells, etc.
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Why is there a presence of starch in the stool?
Query: Hi doctor, We had a stool test for my 2.5 year old daughter. The result reported presence of starch granules in the stool and the stool pH is acidic 6. What does it mean? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. I would be more interested in knowing the complaints of your daughter and the symptoms rather than the report findings..... 2. By seeing the stool report, I can just guess that your baby is suffering from loose stools. 3. Since you have asked particularly about ... Read Full »