Stool Occult Blood Test Results
There can be several different courses of action based on the results from the Stool Occult Blood Test procedure. Learn what the treatments or follow up tests your physician may recommend based on the results from your procedure.
Alternate Names for Stool Occult Blood Test:
Fecal occult blood test
FOBT
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- Overview
- What It Is
- Reasons For
- Complications
- What to Expect
- Results
- When to Call a Doctor
Stool Occult Blood Test Next Steps
Alternate Names for Stool Occult Blood Test:
Fecal occult blood test
FOBT
Results
If blood is found in your stool, you may be asked to have additional tests. These tests will help to determine the cause of the bleeding. Although cancer may be one cause of blood in the stool, there are many other causes.
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