pH Stool

This test measures the acidity level in your stool. It helps detect carbohydrate and fat malabsorption issues, and evaluates small intestinal disaccharidase deficiencies. Monitoring pH levels assists in understanding your digestive system's functioning and health.

• Detect carbohydrate and fat malabsorption
• Evaluate small intestinal disaccharidase deficiencies
• Assess digestive system functioning
• Monitor treatment effectiveness for related conditions
• Diagnose underlying issues causing digestive symptoms

Doctors recommend this test when you experience:

• Digestive symptoms like bloating, gas, or diarrhoea
• Suspected carbohydrate or fat malabsorption
• Underlying conditions affecting digestion
• Monitoring treatment efficacy for digestive disorders
• Assessing small intestinal disaccharidase deficiencies

Abnormal results may indicate carbohydrate or fat malabsorption, small intestinal disaccharidase deficiencies, or digestive issues like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or Crohn's disease. Discuss the findings with your doctor for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

During this test:

• Provide a stool sample
• The lab assesses acidity levels using an indicator strip
• Simple, non-invasive procedure

Before this test:

• Collect a 5gm stool sample in a sterile container
• Ensure proper labelling with clinical history details
• No specific dietary restrictions are needed
• Follow any specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider

Additional tests alongside include:

• Lactose tolerance test: Checks lactose digestion ability.
• Faecal fat test: Assesses fat absorption.
• Small bowel biopsy: Examines intestinal tissue for abnormalities.

Stool acidity test or Faecal pH testing

Carbohydrate and fat malabsorption is a condition where the body struggles to digest carbohydrates and fats properly, leading to issues like bloating, gas, and nutrient deficiencies. This digestive disorder can impact overall health and nutritional status.