Gastroenteritis laboratory findings

Gastroenteritis Microchapters
Patient Information
Overview
Classification
Differential Diagnosis
Prevention

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Laboratory Tests

• Stool culture positive for the organism that causes the infection
• White blood cells in the stool
• Examination of food for toxin and bacteria

This disease may also alter the results of the following tests:

• Stool gram stain
• Fecal smear

References

Template:WikiDoc Sources