Fecal Calprotectin Test

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The fecal Calprotectin test measures the level of the protein Calprotectin in the stools. Normally very low levels of Calprotectin are present in the body and much less in the stools. When the gut lining is inflamed or damaged, large amounts of this Calprotectin are thrown in the blood.

Purpose Of Fecal Calprotectin Test

• To diagnose irritable bowel disease.

• To detect bacterial or parasitic infections in the gut.

• To detect colorectal cancer (along with other tests).

Purpose Of Fecal Calprotectin Test

• People with frequent bowel complaints like loose motions, diarrhea, dysentery, blood in stools.

• Patients diagnosed with irritable bowel disease to assess severity.

• People with Irritable bowel disease, gut infections on treatment for monitoring.

• People treated for colorectal cancer as follow up and check for relapse.

Preparations and Precautions

• No special preparation required.

Fecal Calprotectin Test price for other cities

• The Fecal Calprotectin Test price varies by city and healthcare provider, starting from ₹3000 to ₹3000