Test for Calprotectin levels
Calprotectin is a reliable marker for the presence of infectious, inflammatory or malignant disease. This is a simple, reliable, non-invasive test that can be used as often as needed for the following uses;
- It is the noninvasive “test of choice” for making a distinction between Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
- Determining disease activity and risk of relapse in Inflammatory Bowel disease while assessing the level of mucosal healing
- It is a useful test for a Nutritional Therapist as it can assist in the selection of patients with abdominal symptoms who may require further diagnostic procedures.
- Predicting relapse in patients with the Inflammatory Bowel Disease, allowing an objective marker to help a medical practitioner decide when to treat.
What is being measured
Levels of calprotectin in the stool
Specimen requirements
Stool sample
Before Taking this Test
Avoid use of non-steroidal anti- inflammatories and aspirin (for 2 days)
Do not stop any prescribed medication without the supervison of your doctor
See instructions inside test kit for more details
Arrange post Monday-Wednesday by special next day delivery
Turn-Around Time
10 Days
Ordering Options
It is possible to order this test on its own or it is included in a more comprehensive stool test.
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