Stool gram stain


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Alternative Names

Gram stain of stool; Feces gram stain


Normal Values

The presence of only normal or "friendly" organisms is normal. All humans have bacteria in their intestines.


What abnormal results mean

An intestinal infection may be present. Stool cultures and more sophisticated tests can also help diagnose the cause of the infection.



Review Date: 02/10/2006
Reviewed By: Kenneth Wener, M.D., Division of Infectious Diseases, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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