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What is Stool guaiac test?

The stool guaiac test finds hidden (occult) blood in the stool (bowel movement). It is the most common form of fecal occult blood test (FOBT) in use today.

Alternative Names:

Guaiac smear test; Fecal occult blood test - guaiac smear; Stool occult blood test - guaiac smear

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