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    What is Stool Hanging Drop Test?

    Stool Hanging Drop Test Parameters

    Stool Hanging Drop Test Preparation

    Preparing for the Stool Hanging Drop test is straightforward. Here’s what to know before taking it:

    • Prerequisites

    There are no specific prerequisites such as fasting or dietary restrictions.

    • Best Time to Get Tested

    The test can be performed at any time of the day, depending on when it is needed to detect past exposure to infections.

    • Who Should Get a Stool Hanging Drop Test?

    If you have been experiencing persistent gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach cramps, or nausea, this test can help determine if a bacterial or parasitic infection is the cause.

    • Cautions Before Taking a Stool Hanging Drop Test

    If you are pregnant, have had recent exposure to an infection, or have an existing medical condition, discuss this with your doctor before taking the test.

    Why Take the Stool Hanging Drop Test?

    Taking the Stool Hanging Drop test can be beneficial for diagnosing and managing digestive illnesses. Here’s why you might need it:

    • Detect Serious Gastrointestinal Infections: Some bacterial infections may cause fever, dehydration, chills, or bloody stools. This test assists in identifying the bacteria responsible.

    • Monitor Pathogenic Bacteria: Harmful microorganisms like Shigella , Escherichia coli , and Salmonella are known to cause persistent diarrhoea or dysentery. This test helps in diagnosing and tracking such infections.

    • Identify Digestive Disorders from Symptoms: If you have nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, or loose stools, this test can help determine whether an infection is the root cause.

    • Ensure Proper Medical Management: Identifying the exact pathogen allows for targeted treatment, ensuring effective relief with the right medications, including antibiotics if needed.

    By taking this test, you can determine the cause of your gastrointestinal discomfort and receive the right treatment to recover efficiently.

    FAQs on Stool Hanging Drop Test in Mumbai

    In Mumbai, this test costs ₹400. The price includes at-home sample collection, which is carried out within 60 minutes of booking. Test results are typically available within 72 hours.

    Yes, a home collection is available. A trained professional will collect the sample from your location within 60 minutes after booking.

    This test is performed to detect bacterial and protozoal infections in stool samples. It is useful for diagnosing conditions that lead to diarrhoea, stomach cramps, and nausea.

    No special preparation, including fasting, is required before this test.

    To get a Stool Hanging Drop test done with Orange Health Labs in Mumbai, follow these steps:

    • Find the Test Online: Search for "Stool Hanging Drop test" and choose the listing by Orange Health Labs.

    • Complete Your Booking: Provide your details, select your location, and choose a convenient sample collection time.

    • Sample Collection: A professional eMedic will visit your home or preferred location to collect the sample.

    • Lab Testing & Results: The sample will be processed at an NABL-accredited, ICMR-approved lab, and your results will be sent via email or WhatsApp within 72 hours.

    A negative result means no motile pathogens were detected in the stool, ruling out infections caused by bacteria such as Vibrio species or E. coli . A positive result indicates the presence of harmful bacteria that could lead to gastrointestinal infections.

    Your results will be ready within 72 hours after the sample is collected.

    The test should be conducted based on your symptoms and your doctor's recommendation.

    This test assesses the motility of microorganisms present in a stool sample, allowing for the detection of bacteria responsible for gastrointestinal infections.

    The Stool Hanging Drop test is available in various locations across Mumbai, including Colaba, Nariman Point, Marine Drive, Malabar Hill, Churchgate, Worli, Dadar, Parel, Byculla, Bandra, Andheri, Juhu, Ghatkopar, Powai, Chembur, Vashi, Belapur, Santacruz, Khar, Versova, Lokhandwala, Goregaon, Borivali, Kandivali, Mulund, Bhandup, Kurla.

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    References

    1. Kotgire S. Microbiological stool examination: overview. J Clin Diagn Res 2. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Diagnosis of Diarrhea 3. Bhumbla U. Hanging Drop Examination. 4. Jain A, Jain R, Jain S. Motility Testing – Hanging Drop Method and Stab. Basic Techniques in Biochemistry, Microbiology and Molecular Biology. 5. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Symptoms & Causes of Diarrhea.  Available from:  https://www.jcdr.net/articles/pdf/2074/50-4003.pdf