The Stool Routine and Microscopy test examines your stool (feces) for color, consistency, chemical content, and microscopic elements.
It helps diagnose digestive system problems, infections, and internal bleeding.
Doctors may recommend Stool R/M to:
Detect intestinal infections (bacterial, viral, parasitic).
Identify worms or eggs (parasitic infestations).
Check for internal bleeding in the digestive tract.
Diagnose malabsorption disorders (poor nutrient absorption).
Investigate symptoms like diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, or blood in stool.
| Parameter | Meaning | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Bile and diet-related | Brown |
| Consistency | Diarrhea/constipation signs | Formed |
| Mucus | Inflammation in intestine | Absent |
| Blood | GI bleeding, hemorrhoids | Absent |
| Undigested food | Malabsorption | Minimal |
| Parameter | Meaning | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Occult Blood | Hidden bleeding in gut | Negative |
| pH | Digestive health | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Reducing Substances | Sugar malabsorption | Negative |
| Parameter | Meaning | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| RBCs (Red Blood Cells) | Bleeding in gut | None |
| WBCs (Pus cells) | Infection/inflammation | None |
| Ova (eggs) | Parasitic worms | None |
| Cysts / Parasites | Parasitic infections | None |
| Yeast cells | Fungal infection | None |
No fasting needed.
Collect a fresh stool sample in a clean, dry container.
Avoid urine contamination.
If on antibiotics, inform the lab (may affect results).
If you want, I can make you a colorful patient-friendly chart showing
“Stool R/M – What it Checks and Why” so it’s easy for clinic display or reports
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