faecal occult test

• Test de dépistage médical qui recherche la présence de sang occulte (invisible à l'œil nu) dans les selles, utilisé principalement pour détecter un cancer colorectal ou d'autres maladies gastro-intestinales.

A medical screening test that checks for hidden (occult) blood in stool samples, used primarily to detect colorectal cancer or other gastrointestinal conditions.

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   A laboratory test used to detect hidden (occult) blood in stool samples, often used to screen for colorectal cancer or other gastrointestinal issues.

   test de recherche de sang occulte dans les selles

   • The doctor recommended a faecal occult test as part of the routine check-up.
   • A positive faecal occult test may indicate the need for further investigation.
   • Patients are advised to follow dietary restrictions before the faecal occult test.