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Fecal Calprotectin

Parameters1 tested
SampleStool
FastingNot required
Report in24-48 hrs

How to prepare

No fasting needed

You can eat and drink normally before the test.

Good to know

No special preparation needed.

Medicines

Tell our phlebotomist about any medicines you take. Don't stop them without asking your doctor.

Comfortable clothes

Wear a loose sleeve so the sample can be taken easily from your arm.

How it works

Book onlinePick a time slot
Home visitSealed, sterile kit
Lab testingBarcode tracked
ReportIn 24-48 hrs

About this test

Calprotectin is a protein released by white cells in the gut. High levels in stool point to inflammation of the intestine, helping tell inflammatory bowel disease from irritable bowel syndrome.

Why is this test done?

  • Tell IBD (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis) from IBS
  • Monitor IBD activity
  • Decide on need for colonoscopy

Symptoms — when should you get tested?

  • Long-lasting diarrhoea
  • Blood or mucus in stool
  • Belly pain and weight loss

Normal range

Adults < 50 µg/g

Reference ranges differ slightly between labs, methods, age and sex. Always discuss your report with your doctor.

If your result is high

A high level means inflammation in the bowel.

Common reasons
  • Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis
  • Gut infections
  • Painkillers (NSAIDs)
  • Bowel cancer or polyps

How is the test done?

  1. 1
    Book online

    Choose your slot for home collection or a visit to our centre.

  2. 2
    Give a stool sample

    Collect a small amount of stool in the clean container provided, without mixing urine or water.

  3. 3
    Tested in our lab

    Your barcoded sample is tested on automated machines with strict quality checks.

  4. 4
    Report on WhatsApp

    A pathologist checks the result and the report reaches you on WhatsApp and email.

Frequently asked questions

No fasting is needed for this test. You can eat and drink normally.

Your report is usually ready in 24-48 hrs after the sample reaches our lab. We send it on WhatsApp and email, and you can also download it from the Reports page.

Please call our team to confirm whether home sample collection is available for your location and test.

This test needs a stool sample. No special preparation needed.

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