OUTSOURCE
Fecal Calprotectin (S231)
Also Known As:
Stool Calprotectin
Faecal Calprotectin
Stool for Calproctectin
About This Test
Calprotectin is a neutrophilic marker specific for inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. It is elevated in cases of infections, post-infectious Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (IBS) & NSAID Enteropathy. Fecal calprotectin is used to differentiate IBD from IBS, to monitor treatment in IBD & to determine patients to be referred for endoscopy and / or colonoscopy.
Test Parameters (1)
- FECAL CALPROTECTIN
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Days
Frequently Asked Questions
Outsourced test are being done from Dr. Lal Path Lab. Charges and reporting time is same as of Dr. Lal Path Labs.
No special preparation required.
The fecal calprotectin test measures calprotectin, a protein released by neutrophils during intestinal inflammation. It is a non-invasive, highly sensitive marker of gut inflammation, helping distinguish inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) from functional disorders like IBS.
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.
