WBC Stool Test
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Test Code: 008656
Specimen Type: Stool
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Description:
WBC Stool Test (Labcorp)
This test looks for the presence of White Blood Cells (WBC) or Leukocytes in a stool sample. White blood cells, which are produced by the body to fight infections, are not typically present in the stool. When white blood cells are present, it can be an indication of conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Crohn's Disease or Ulcerative Colitis. White blood cells can also indicate a bacterial infection such as Shigella, C Diff, Salmonella or Cambylobacter.
This test is typically ordered when a person has symptoms of Inflammatory Diarrhea such as fever, blood or mucus in the stool, stomach cramping or loose watery stool.
Additional tests such as a Stool Culture or Ova and Parasite are often order along with or as a follow up to a WBC Stool Test. If test results are negative but symptoms persist, it may be necessary to retest on a new sample.
This test typically sees results in 5-7 business days.
Where can I find a WBC test near me?
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Note: Result turn around times are an estimate and are not guaranteed. Our reference lab may need additional time due to weather, holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, or equipment maintenance.
Requirements:
Stool sample: Go to the draw site to obtain a specimen container and collection instructions. Specimens should be delivered to the lab no later than 24 hours after collection.
If this test is being ordered along with any other blood and/or urine medical testing, it is recommended you have the specimen(s) for your other tests collected at the same time you bring the stool specimen to the draw site.
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