Stool Routine Examination
Also called: Stool R/M, Stool Examination
Checks for parasites, worms, blood, and signs of digestive infection.
- Duration
- 5 min
- Report
- Same day
- Sample
- Stool
- Fasting
- Not needed
What this test is
A stool routine examination looks for parasites (giardia, amoeba), worms, undigested food, blood, mucus, and white cells. It is the first investigation for persistent diarrhoea, chronic abdominal pain, or unexplained weight loss. Sample collection at home is acceptable as long as it reaches the lab within 1–2 hours in a clean, sealed container.
When you need this test
- Diarrhoea lasting more than 3 days
- Blood or mucus in stools
- Chronic abdominal pain
- Unexplained weight loss
- Travel-related infections
- Childhood worm infections
How to prepare
- Avoid laxatives, enemas, or barium for 48 hours before collection.
- Collect a fresh sample (less than 1 hour old) in a clean, dry, sealed container.
- Do not contaminate with urine or water.
- If collected at home, deliver within 1 hour; otherwise refrigerate.
- Sterile containers are available at our centre on request.
Why DiagnoHouse for this test
NABL-accredited lab
Quality-audited blood, urine, and stool analysis.
Same-day reports
Most pathology reports ready within 4 hours of collection.
Calibrated equipment
Analysers calibrated daily; quality controls run with every batch.
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FAQs
Can I collect at home?
Yes, in a clean container — deliver within 1 hour. Pick up a sterile container from us beforehand if you prefer.Will it detect food poisoning?
For confirmed bacterial diagnosis (e.g. Salmonella), a stool culture is more accurate. Mention any travel or food-poisoning suspicion when booking.Is fasting needed?
No fasting required.
Need help choosing?
Not sure if this is the right test for you? Have a doctor's note? Call or WhatsApp — guidance is free.
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