Fecal Occult Blood Tests

Fecal occult blood tests are used to detect the presence of blood in a person's stool that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Fecal occult blood tests are commonly used as a screening tool for colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal issues, such as bleeding ulcers, polyps, and inflammatory bowel disease. They can also be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for these conditions. In addition, fecal occult blood tests may be used to detect other forms of bleeding in the digestive tract, such as from hemorrhoids or diverticulitis.