Do I need to avoid anything prior to taking this sample?Updated 3 years ago
On Collection days:
• Do not use any bulk laxatives or enemas to assist bowel movements during the period in which you are collecting samples
• Over-the-counter glycerin rectal suppositories may be used
For 5 days prior to your sample collection, please restrict the following:
• Mineral oils
• Non-absorbable antidiarrheal preparations
• Bismuth (e.g. Pepto Bismol)
• Chewable or liquid antacids (e.g. Tums)
• Castor oil
• Liquid petrolatum
• Anything being used to mask symptoms (including probiotics and herbs)
For 2 weeks prior to your sample collection, please restrict the following:
• Talk with your medical provider about discontinuing any antibiotic, anti-parasitic, anti-malarial, or anti-fungal medication. Do not stop any prescribed medications unless directed to do so by your prescriber.
• Avoid barium sulfate (if undergoing any recent radiological examination)