STOOL PH

What this test checks

Measures stool acidity. Acidic stool can indicate lactose intolerance or carbohydrate malabsorption.

Why do people get this test?

Used in chronic diarrhea, especially in infants and children.

When you should consider this test

• Infant chronic diarrhea
• Suspected lactose intolerance
• Child failing to gain weight

How to prepare

Fresh stool sample.