Stool Bacteria
A stool test looks for pathogens, including bacteria, in the stool. Such tests look for germs by growing them, looking for them under the microscope, or looking for germ DNA.
Why it matters: A stool test can detect bacteria, viruses and other germs in the stool that can make someone sick, and providers use stool tests to check for gastrointestinal issues including bacterial infections.
Source · Cleveland Clinic — what it is, why it matters
What is Stool Bacteria?
A stool test looks for pathogens, including bacteria, in the stool. Such tests look for germs by growing them, looking for them under the microscope, or looking for germ DNA.
What might a high or low Stool Bacteria mean?
A stool test can detect bacteria, viruses and other germs in the stool that can make someone sick, and providers use stool tests to check for gastrointestinal issues including bacterial infections.
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