Why do I need the test?

The level of calprotectin in your stool needs to be tested. Calprotectin is used to diagnose stomach pains and diarrhea. A high level of Calprotectin indicates an inflammation somewhere in the intestinal tract. For example, chronic inflammation in the intestine. It is important that you follow these guidelines, so we obtain correct results.

Preparation

You may eat and drink, as usual and take your regular medication

How to collect a stool sample

With this pamphlet, you have received a test tube with your name on it, a transport container and an envelope.

• Place some toilet paper in the toilet, or use the material provided by us
• Collect samples from three different areas in the stool and place them in the test tube
• Fill the tube to the line marked “Fyld højst hertil” (do not fill the tube beyond this mark) or fill the tube halfway
• The stool sample must not contain urine
• Seal the lid tightly
• Attach the name label from the referral sheet to the sample vial
• Write the collection date in the designated field on the referral sheet
• Place the test tube in the grey/transparent transport container and close it
• Place the container in the envelope provided
• Hand in the envelope to the Outpatient Test Department (prøvetagningsambulatorie) at either Amager or Hvidovre hospital or to your general practitioner
• The sample must be handed in/sent on the same day as it was collected. Hand in/send the sample on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday
• The envelope must be sent via a DAO drop-off point

Further information

If in doubt, or you have any questions, please contact the doctor that referred you to this examination.