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Stool Exam for parasites
An ova and parasite (O&P) exam is a microscopic evaluation of a stool sample that is used
to look for parasites that may infect the lower digestive tract, causing symptoms such as
diarrhea. The parasites and their eggs (ova) are shed from the lower digestive tract into
the stool. We only need one pea size amount of stool, the fresher the better.
H.Pylori
A positive H. pylori stool antigen that a person's gastrointestinal pain is likely caused by a
peptic ulcer due to these bacteria. A negative test result means that it is unlikely that the
individual has an H. pylori infection and their signs and symptoms may be due to another
cause.
Undigested fat
Impaired digestion or absorption can result in fatty stools. Possible causes include
salts, which reduces micelle formation, and small intestinal disease producing
malabsorption.
Serology and Immunologic Exam