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Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT)
Since tumors tend to bleed, blood in the stool can be a sign of colon cancer. But, sometimes that blood is impossible to see because it's dry. That's where the FOBT comes in. FOBTs are a non-invasive way to detect the presence of hidden blood in the stool. You can learn more about FOBT methods and options by browsing these articles.
Fecal Occult Blood Test 101
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden (occult) blood in the stool. Learn the types of FOBT's along with their advantages and disadvantages.
A fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden (occult) blood in the stool. Learn the types of FOBT's along with their advantages and disadvantages.
Flushable Home Test
This is a test performed at home with disposable pads that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. The pads are available at drugstores without a prescription.
This is a test performed at home with disposable pads that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. The pads are available at drugstores without a prescription.
Stool Guaiac Test
The stool guiac test is a test that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. The stool guaiac is the most common form of fecal occult blood test (FOBT) in use today.
The stool guiac test is a test that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. The stool guaiac is the most common form of fecal occult blood test (FOBT) in use today.