Calprotectin - Stool (Fecal Calprotectin)

The fecal calprotectin test is used to detect inflammation in the intestines by measuring calprotectin, a protein released by white blood cells. It helps distinguish between inflammatory bowel diseases (like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis) and non-inflammatory conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). This non-invasive test is useful for both diagnosis and monitoring of intestinal disorders.

Why to consider Fecal Calprotectin, Stool test?

The fecal calprotectin test is a simple, non-invasive stool test used to detect inflammation in the gut..This test helps monitor ongoing treatment and disease activity. It's a useful way to decide if more invasive tests like a colonoscopy are really needed.

Who should get Fecal Calprotectin, Stool test done?

Individuals experiencing persistent digestive issues such as

• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea
• Blood in the stool
• People with an established IBD diagnosis may also undergo this test to monitor disease activity or response to treatment

More Information about Fecal Calprotectin, Stool test

It’s a highly sensitive marker, especially useful in identifying active disease versus remission. A high level strongly suggests the presence of inflammation, while a low level often rules it out. The test is used for both adults and children, especially to avoid unnecessary invasive tests like colonoscopy in pediatric patients when symptoms suggest non-inflammatory causes. Since it can reduce the need for costly and invasive procedures, it is often used as a first-line test in the diagnostic process for gastrointestinal symptoms.

Other Names: Calprotectin Test, Stool Test, IBD test