PURPOSE OF TEST
Rapid, convenient, qualitative detection of fecal occult blood as an indicator of gastrointestinal disease in ambulatory or inpatient care settings.
When using the test as a screening tool for colorectal cancer or other gastrointestinal diseases in asymptomatic patients serial analysis is recommended as bleeding may be intermittent.
POLICY
Fecal Occult Blood Detection (NOTE: Please refer to signed policy on unit. Version provided within the link is for reference only.)
SUPPLIES
Fecal Occult Blood Testing Supplies
MANUFACTURER’S INFORMATION
INITIAL ORIENTATION, TRAINING & COMPETENCY
Initial Orientation & Training
Fecal Occult Blood Detection Training Tutorial
QUALITY CONTROL
SAFETY DATA SHEETS (SDS)