fecal occult test

• Test médical de dépistage qui recherche la présence de sang occulte dans les selles, souvent utilisé pour détecter un cancer colorectal ou d'autres problèmes gastro-intestinaux.

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

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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 conditions.

   Test de sang occulte dans les selles

   • The doctor recommended a fecal occult test as part of the routine check-up.
   • A positive fecal occult test may require further investigation with a colonoscopy.
   • Patients are advised to avoid certain foods before taking a fecal occult test.