1 pc FOB Occult Blood Test - VivaDiag

Product detailed description

FOB stands for "fecal occult blood" and refers to blood that is not visible to the naked eye in stool but can be detected through laboratory tests. This test is often used for screening for the presence of blood in stool, which may be a sign of various gastrointestinal issues.

What Happens to the Body with Abnormal FOB Levels:

Gastrointestinal Diseases: Elevated FOB levels can be an indicator of bleeding in the digestive tract. This may be caused by various gastrointestinal diseases such as gastric ulcers, hemorrhoids, polyps, or even colorectal cancer.

Colorectal Cancer: One of the main reasons for performing the FOB test is screening for colorectal cancer. Blood in the stool can be a sign of cancer, and detecting this bleeding may lead to further diagnostic procedures such as colonoscopy.

Peptic Ulcer: Bleeding from peptic ulcers in the stomach or duodenum can be detected by the FOB test.

Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: Diseases such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis can cause bleeding in the stool.

It is important to note that a positive FOB test does not necessarily mean cancer but only indicates the presence of occult bleeding, which can be caused by various factors. Further diagnostic tests, such as colonoscopy, are often required to confirm the diagnosis and identify the cause.

The timing of the bleeding may also be important, so it is essential for patients to consult with a doctor regarding the results of the FOB test and subsequently undergo further examinations as recommended by the physician.

The kit includes:

25x testing device

25x buffers (solutions) with a test tube

1x instructions in Czech