Stool Test in Pune
Get Stool Test near you in Pune with Pathofast Lab. Includes 20+ parameters. Stool Test price in Pune is Rs.600. Book home visit now. This test measures digestive health and detects gastrointestinal infections. Stool test checks your feces/poop sample for infections, food intolerance and signs of bleeding.
What is a Stool Test? (Routine & Microscopy)View All
A Stool Test (Routine & Microscopy) is a comprehensive laboratory test that examines a stool (feces/poop) sample. The sample is analyzed for various components including cells, parasites, blood, and physical characteristics. This test helps doctors detect digestive problems, infections, and intestinal disorders by examining waste products from your digestive system. The analysis is done by 3 methods - microscopy, chemical analysis and physical analysis. Microscopy shows various cells and parasites while chemical and physical analysis is done to find signs of sugars, blood and other compounds.
Purpose of Stool Test (Routine & Microscopy)
This test examines your stool sample to check for infections and digestive problems. Its chief purposes are :
- Check if you have a stomach infection : if you have been having diarrhea or stomach pain this test looks for harmful bacteria or parasites. Common parasites include Entamoeba Histolytica and Giardia Lamblia.
- Find signs of digestive problems : your doctor can see if your intestines are inflamed or if you are not digesting food properly. This is common in food intolerance - where excessive sugars are seen in your stool
- Check for hidden bleeding : if your other tests suggest bleeding in your digestive system this test can find blood that you cannot see. This is often the first sign of cancer of the gut.
Procedure of Stool Test in Pune (Routine & Microscopy)View All
The Stool Test is a stool test that needs a single sample of stool and you can provide the sample at any time without any preparation. The lab processes the sample and provides your result within 4 hours of receiving the sample.
Before the Test
- Fasting : Fasting is not necessary for Stool Routine Test. However it is advisable to avoid foods with artificial colors, beetroot and vitamin supplements (especially vitamin C) for a couple of days before providing the sample. These substances can interfere with the analysis, give false positive results and color your stools abnormally resulting in confounding results.
- Timing : The patient may provide the sample anytime. However it is usually recommended to provide the first morning sample.
- Medications : Consult your doctor about medication usage beforehand.
How to collect the sample for the stool test?
- Clean Container : Use the sterile container provided by the lab.
- Collect Sample : Approximately one teaspoon of sample (around 20 grams) is sufficient for analysis. Please make sure not to collect an excessive amount of poop as it has no purpose.
- Cap Container : Cap the container tightly and label it with your name. Make sure that the container label
Home collection for Stool Routine Test
For Stool Routine Test at home, you can collect the sample and keep the container refrigerated. The lab will arrange for someone to visit your home and pickup the sample.
Reasons to get a Stool Test in Pune (Routine & Microscopy)View All
The Stool test is extremely useful to detect early gastrointestinal infections and digestive disorders. It is painless and cost-effective and a very useful tool in patients with chronic digestive complaints.
Symptoms that may need a Stool Test
- Persistent Diarrhea : Loose stools lasting more than few days need investigation.
- Blood in Stool : Visible or hidden blood requires immediate medical evaluation.
- Severe Abdominal Pain : Cramping with bowel changes may indicate intestinal infection.
- Unexplained Weight Loss : Sudden weight drop with digestive issues needs assessment.
Who should do a Stool Test?
- Patients with Digestive Disorders : To diagnose infections and inflammatory bowel conditions.
- Travelers Returning from Endemic Areas : Screen for parasites and intestinal infections.
- Children with Stomach Issues : Evaluate persistent diarrhea and abdominal complaints.
- Adults with Chronic Bowel Problems : Monitor ongoing intestinal health and treatment response.
Stool Test Normal Range and Report FormatView All
The Stool Test report includes 16 parameters - Pus Cells Total, Red Blood Cells, Epithelial Cells, Macrophages, Ova, Cyst, Fat Globules, Colour, Consistency, Blood, Mucus, Pus, Parasites, Occult Blood, pH, Reducing Substances(Sugars), used to assess digestive health.
Stool Test - Normal Report
| Parameter | Normal Range |
|---|---|
| Pus Cells Total | 1.0 - 3.0 /hpf |
| Red Blood Cells | 0.0 - 1.0 /hpf |
| Epithelial Cells | 2.0 - 4.0 /hpf |
| Macrophages | 0.0 - 1.0 /hpf |
| Ova | Absent |
| Cyst | Absent |
| Fat Globules | Absent |
| Colour | Brown |
| Consistency | Formed |
| Blood | Absent |
| Mucus | Absent |
| Pus | Absent |
| Parasites | Absent |
| Occult Blood | Negative |
| pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Reducing Substances(Sugars) | Absent |
What abnormal Stool Routine results mean
| Range (or Severity) | Meaning | Common Causes |
|---|---|---|
| High pus cells (> 3/hpf) | Intestinal inflammation or infection | Bacterial gastroenteritis (infection of the stomach and intestines from harmful bacteria); inflammatory bowel disease (chronic conditions like Crohn's disease that cause ongoing gut inflammation); antibiotic-associated colitis (intestinal inflammation from disrupted gut bacteria after antibiotic use) |
| High red blood cells (> 1/hpf) | Intestinal bleeding | Hemorrhoids (swollen blood vessels in the rectum that can bleed); colorectal polyps (small growths in the colon that may bleed); inflammatory bowel disease (chronic gut conditions causing ulceration and bleeding) |
| Presence of parasites | Parasitic infection in the digestive tract | Giardiasis (infection from Giardia parasites causing diarrhea and stomach cramps); amoebiasis (infection from amoeba parasites causing bloody diarrhea); intestinal worms (roundworms or tapeworms living in the digestive system) |
| Positive occult blood | Hidden bleeding in the digestive system | Peptic ulcers (sores in the stomach lining that can bleed); colon cancer (malignant tumors in the large intestine); diverticular disease (small pouches in the colon wall that can become inflamed and bleed) |
Why choose Pathofast Lab for Stool Test in Pune? (Routine & Microscopy)View All
Pathofast Lab Pune is a safe and reliable and top rated lab providing accurate reports for a variety of stool tests in Pune.
- Safe and Hygienic Sample Collection: Our lab technicians are trained in painless, safe and sterile stool collection
- Quality Control: We follow rigid quality control protocols for stool testing including inbuilt quality controls
- Microscopy: Direct microscopic examination method for comprehensive stool analysis at Pathofast Lab.
How to book Stool Test in Pune? (Routine & Microscopy)View All
You can book a Stool Test (Stool Routine Test) in Pune by calling us or booking online.
- Call or Book Online Call us at 02049304930 or click here to book online.
- Lab Center: The lab is located at 2nd Floor, Manisha Terrace, 411001, Moledina Rd, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001. Click here for directions. Home sample collection is also available all over Pune.
- Lab Timings: You can visit the lab from Monday-Saturday between 8.30 am and 6 pm for sample collection. Home visits are available between 7.30 am and 2 pm throughout the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stool Routine Test detect?
A Stool Routine Test measures microscopic components, parasites, and physical characteristics in stool, detecting gastrointestinal infections and digestive disorders. It checks for bacterial infections, parasitic infestations, inflammation, and bleeding in the digestive tract.
Which container is used for Stool Routine Test sample collection?
For the Stool Routine Test the sample is collected in a sterile plastic container without any preservatives. Roughly 5-10 grams of fresh stool sample is required for analysis.
Can the Stool Routine Test be done online?
No, it requires a physical stool sample to be collected and analyzed in the laboratory.