A trained dog can detect Clostridium difficile in stool samples and in hospital patients, according to a study in the British Medical Journal. Researchers studied a two-year-old beagle trained to ...

Scientists have discovered that collecting stool samples at home is as life-saving as invasive colonoscopy procedures.

Scientists use AI and gut bacteria to spot colorectal cancer early. A stool test could transform screening and save lives worldwide.

Two-step screen + RT-qPCR validation yields AUC 0.94 (CRC) and 0.83 (advanced adenoma) in 114-sample pilot PLEASANTON, Calif., Aug. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A peer-reviewed study published in ...

Experts say doing the stool sample tests every year is as accurate at detecting colorectal cancer as a colonoscopy every 10 years. Share on Pinterest The at-home stool sample tests are inexpensive and ...

If you are having digestive symptoms, your doctor may prescribe an at-home stool test, in which you collect stool samples and send them to a lab or bring them to your doctor’s office for analysis.

A calprotectin stool test may help determine whether you have an inflammatory or noninflammatory bowel condition. The information it provides may also eliminate the need for more invasive tests. Share ...