Faecal Calprotectin Test | Gut Inflammation & IBD Check

Overview:

Check for signs of gut inflammation with a clinic-based faecal calprotectin test.

Our Faecal Calprotectin Test measures calprotectin levels in your stool. Calprotectin is a marker linked to inflammation in the gut and may be raised in inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.

This faecal calprotectin test may help support the investigation of recurrent digestive symptoms and can help healthcare professionals distinguish between inflammatory bowel disease and non-inflammatory conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome.

This test does not diagnose Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBS, or any other condition on its own. Results should be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, and advice from a healthcare professional.

👉 Book your faecal calprotectin test today and take a proactive step towards understanding your gut health.

What Is a Faecal Calprotectin Test?

A faecal calprotectin test checks a stool sample for calprotectin, a protein released by white blood cells during inflammation. Higher levels may suggest inflammation in the intestines.

Calprotectin testing is commonly used to support assessment where symptoms could be related to inflammatory bowel disease. It may also be used to monitor known bowel inflammation, depending on your clinical situation.

A raised result does not confirm a diagnosis, and a normal result does not always rule out bowel conditions. Please discuss ongoing or concerning symptoms with a GP or healthcare professional.

Who Is This Test For?

This calprotectin test may be suitable for people with recurrent digestive symptoms such as:

• Abdominal discomfort or pain.
• Persistent diarrhoea.
• Blood or mucus in stool.
• Urgency to have a bowel movement.
• Faecal incontinence.
• Unexplained weight loss.
• Fever alongside bowel symptoms.
• Ongoing concerns about gut inflammation.
• Preference for a clinic-based stool test service.

Red Flags: When to Seek Medical Attention

Please seek prompt medical advice if your symptoms are severe, persistent, worsening, or associated with any of the following:

• Visible blood in your stool or rectal bleeding.
• Severe abdominal pain.
• Significant unintended weight loss.
• Persistent fever.
• Signs of dehydration.
• New bowel symptoms that are causing concern.

A calprotectin test should not delay medical care if you have worrying symptoms.

What This Test Includes:

Sample needed:

Why Choose the Faecal Calprotectin Test?

• Checks gut inflammation: Measures calprotectin, a stool marker linked to intestinal inflammation.
• Supports IBS vs IBD assessment: May help differentiate inflammatory bowel disease from non-inflammatory conditions such as IBS.
• Useful for recurring symptoms: Suitable for people experiencing ongoing diarrhoea, abdominal pain, urgency, or blood or mucus in stool.
• Clinic-based option: Ideal if you prefer to arrange your test through an in-clinic service.
• Non-invasive: Requires a stool sample only, with no blood draw needed.
• No fasting required: You do not need to fast before this test.
• Clear, easy-to-understand results: Your report explains your result and outlines appropriate next steps.

Results:

• Availability: 3 working days
• Presentation: Your results will be presented in an easy-to-understand format, highlighting whether your calprotectin level is within range or raised. Your report will include guidance on appropriate next steps, which may include seeking medical advice.
• Discuss with a doctor: After receiving your results, you may choose to discuss them with a GP who can advise whether further assessment or investigation may be appropriate. Additional fees may apply.

Preparation Required:

• Fasting: Fasting is not required for this test.
• Medications: Continue to take any prescribed medications as usual, unless advised otherwise by a healthcare professional.
• Sample collection: Follow the instructions carefully to avoid contamination and ensure your sample is suitable for testing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Take Control of Your Gut Health Today

Recurring digestive symptoms can be difficult to understand. A faecal calprotectin test offers a simple way to check for a marker linked to gut inflammation and understand whether further medical assessment may be needed.

👉 Book your faecal calprotectin test today.
👉 Get clear results and guidance on your next steps.

1. Purchase your test(s) online making sure to give the name and date of birth of the person(s) taking the test. These details are required by the lab to uniquely identify your sample.
2. You will get a confirmation email from us.
3. We will process your order within an hour; Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
4. Then, look out for the booking link email from our partner laboratory, Randox Health.
5. Click on the link to book an appointment for your test.
6. Attend to do your test.
7. Results are emailed to you.

All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.

Without these details, tests cannot be processed.

The minimum requirement is the full name, biological sex and date of birth.

You should enter these details securely at the top before you click 'Add to cart'.

We ask for your Biological Sex because NORMAL RANGES for some tests are different for men and women.