About This Test
The Occult Blood Test (OBT) detects hidden blood in multiple specimens like stool, urine, vomit but mostly done in faeces(stool). Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) detects hidden (microscopic) blood in stool that is not visible to the naked eye.
It is a common screening test for gastrointestinal bleeding. This test helps in diagnosis of Gastrointestinal Bleeding due to Peptic ulcers, Gastritis, Colitis, Intestinal polyps, Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Hemorrhoids may give false positives.The test also helps in evaluation of Iron Deficiency Anemia and also screens for Colorectal Cancer.Patient preperation prior to test is important.
Test Parameters (1)
- OCCULT BLOOD
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
In Stool Occult blood.
patient should avoid meat products, pain killers, iron tablets, Vitamin C and hard tooth brush for 3 days prior to specimen collection
Frequently Asked Questions
It covers tests on urine, stool and body fluids to detect infections, inflammation and other
conditions.
conditions.
No, Fasting is not required.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, report same day and sunday reports, next day.
Yes. We use fully automated machines that ensure accurate and consistent results.
Yes — an occult blood test can help detect early health problems, especially in the gastrointestinal tract.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
