Test Information:
A fecal pH test is one where a specimen of feces is tested for acidity in order to diagnose a medical condition. An acidic stool can indicate a digestive problem such as lactose intolerance or a contagion such as E. coli or rotavirus, or overgrowth of the acid producing bacteria (such as lactic acid bacteria for instance). Stool with a high pH may mean inflammation in the intestine (colitis), cancer, or antibiotic use.
Specimen Container:
Sterile / Plain Stool Container
Specimen Type:
Stool
Required Volume:
Pea sized: 50 grams
Liquid: 5 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
To obtain optimal results, it is recommended that freshly collected specimen must be submitted in the laboratory as soon as possible or 1 hour after specimen collection.
- However, if delay in transportation occurs, it is vital to follow the stipulated storage and stability. Specimen received beyond the stipulated storage and stability is considered “sub-optimal” in nature.
- Specimen should not be contaminated with urine, water or other contaminants.
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8°C
Stability: 24 hours
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Routine
Test Schedule:
Daily
Results Availability:
Within 4 hours