The stool examination R/M (routine microscopy) helps to diagnose conditions affecting the digestive tract, such as infection from parasites, viruses, or bacteria, poor nutrient absorption, and cancer.A stool test is used to detect the presence of blood or other gastrointestinal abnormalities, such as colon cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, hemorrhoids, anal fissures or infections. There are two main types of stool tests to choose from. A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) detects the presence of blood in your feces.

To check the parasites and viruses that cause infection to the gastrointestinal tract. To treat gastrointestinal infection, and its complication and prevent it from recurrence, the diagnosis of the infection is necessary.

SI. No. Reference units 1.Fats < 5 grams/ day 2.Nitrogen < 2 grams/ day 3.Weight < 200 grams/ day 4.Urobilinogen 40 - 280 mg/ day 5.OBT Negative 6.Bacteria Normal flora 7.Parasite Absent

A stool R/E (routine examination) test is a common diagnostic test used to analyze the composition of stool samples. Here's how to interpret the results of a stool R/E test: Appearance: The appearance of the stool sample can provide valuable information. Normal stool is typically brown in color and has a formed consistency. Abnormal appearances such as blood, mucus, or undigested food particles may indicate underlying gastrointestinal issues. Occult Blood: The presence of occult (hidden) blood in the stool can be an indication of gastrointestinal bleeding. This blood may not be visible to the naked eye and requires special chemical tests for detection. Occult blood in the stool may suggest conditions such as colorectal cancer, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, or gastrointestinal ulcers. Microscopic Examination: Microscopic examination of the stool sample can reveal the presence of various components such as: Red blood cells (RBCs): The presence of red blood cells in the stool may indicate bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract. White blood cells (WBCs): Elevated levels of white blood cells in the stool may suggest inflammation or infection in the gastrointestinal tract, such as in cases of inflammatory bowel disease or infectious diarrhea. Parasites: The presence of parasitic organisms such as Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium species may indicate parasitic infections. Fat globules: Increased fat content in the stool may indicate malabsorption disorders such as celiac disease or pancreatic insufficiency. Microbiological Cultures: Stool cultures may be performed to identify the presence of pathogenic bacteria, viruses, or fungi that could be causing gastrointestinal infections. Other Tests: Depending on the clinical indication, additional tests such as fecal occult blood tests (FOBT), fecal immunochemical tests (FIT), or stool DNA tests may be recommended for further evaluation of gastrointestinal conditions including colorectal cancer screening. Interpretation of stool R/E test results should be done in conjunction with clinical evaluation by a healthcare professional. Abnormal findings may warrant further diagnostic tests or interventions to determine the underlying cause and appropriate management plan.

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