Stool samples can help doctors diagnose some health conditions. Tips for collecting a stool sample include urinating before collecting the sample and using any tools that the sample kit provides.

A simple stool sample may hold a clearer record of what you eat than a food diary ever could. In a new study, researchers ...

A calprotectin stool test detects levels of calprotectin in stool. This protein indicates bowel inflammation. It can help diagnose and monitor conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). A ...

Having some undigested food in your poop isn’t usually a cause for concern. But if you experience it often or along with additional symptoms, it may indicate a medical condition. The body eliminates ...

Black spots in your stool may be caused by eating certain foods like figs and spices or taking some medications. Black spots may also indicate bleeding in your gastrointestinal tract. Your stool is a ...

A standard test for colon cancer that looks for blood in the stool may turn up more risks than doctors or patients bargained for, researchers reported Monday. They found that patients who had hidden ...