Lab test

Occult blood Stool

Significance: Positive results do not guarantee cancer; they mean further diagnostic tests (e.g., colonoscopy) are necessary to determine the cause. Causes: Common causes include hemorrhoids, polyps, ulcers…

Sample: Stool
Preparation: No fasting needed
Report in: 18 hours
Collection: At your home

About this test

Key Information About Occult Blood:

Significance: Positive results do not guarantee cancer; they mean further diagnostic tests (e.g., colonoscopy) are necessary to determine the cause.
Causes: Common causes include hemorrhoids, polyps, ulcers, Diverticulosis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and cancer.
Preparation: You may need to avoid red meat, certain raw fruits/vegetables, and, under medical advice, iron supplements or NSAIDs (like aspirin) 3 days prior, as these can trigger false positives.
Testing Types:
- gFOBT (Guaiac-based): Detects heme (requires dietary restrictions).
- FIT (Immunochemical): Detects human hemoglobin; more specific and generally requires no dietary changes.
Procedure: A small stool sample is collected, often at home, and sent to a lab or tested with a provided card.

When to Seek Care

Occult blood tests are meant for screening. If you have visible blood, severe abdominal pain, or rapid weight loss, contact a healthcare provider immediately.

Preparation

No fasting is needed for this test. You can book any available slot.
Keep your doctor’s prescription or test request handy if you have one, and take regular medicines as your doctor has advised.
Tell the sample collector if you take blood thinners, and wear a sleeve that rolls above the elbow.

How home sample collection works

1
Choose your tests
Add single tests or a package to the cart and check fasting needs.
2
Pick a collection slot
Half-hour slots from 30 minutes ahead, up to 10 days out. Pay online.
3
A sample collector visits
They confirm the visit with a one-time code, then take the sample.
4
Report in your account
The lab uploads the report and you are notified to download it.

Where we collect samples at home

Lab tests with home sample collection reach 70 Hyderabad pin codes today, across these areas:

Coverage differs street to street and grows as professionals join. Check your pin code to see what reaches your address.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Occult blood Stool cost in Hyderabad?

Occult blood Stool costs ₹299 on Aish Health in Hyderabad, down from ₹499. There is no separate home collection fee; any GST or busy-hour charge is shown before you pay.

Do I need to fast before Occult blood Stool?

No, fasting is not needed for this test, so you can book any available slot.

When will I get the Occult blood Stool report?

The expected report time is 18 hours. The partner lab uploads the report as a PDF to your order and you are notified to download it.

What sample is collected for Occult blood Stool?

Stool sample is collected at your home by a sample collector.

Can I cancel a lab test booking?

Yes. Cancel before a sample collector accepts or more than 1 hour before the slot for a full refund. Within 1 hour of the slot there is no refund, and once the sample collector is on the way the booking can no longer be cancelled.

Can I book tests for a family member?

Yes. Add them as a family member in your account and choose them as the patient when booking, so the report is filed under their name.

Can I pay cash when the sample is collected?

No. Lab tests booked on the website or app are paid online when you book, by card, UPI or your Aish Health wallet.

₹299

₹49940% off