Stool analysis can detect a range of conditions including:
1. Infections: Bacterial (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli), viral (e.g., Rotavirus), and parasitic (e.g., Giardia, Cryptosporidium) infections. 2. Inflammation: Conditions like Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can be identified through the presence of blood, pus, or elevated white blood cells in the stool. 3. Malabsorption: Conditions such as Celiac Disease and lactose intolerance can be determined by detecting unabsorbed nutrients or specific enzymes in the stool. 4. Allergies: Food allergies can sometimes cause changes in stool composition, such as the presence of eosinophils.
