Calprotectin Alert Self Test
Calprotectin Alert Self Test
Calprotectin Alert Self Test is a rapid home screening test for raised faecal calprotectin, a marker associated with intestinal inflammation.
The test can help users decide when digestive symptoms may need medical discussion, particularly when inflammatory bowel disease needs to be considered alongside other causes of bowel symptoms.
Key Benefits
- Screens for raised faecal calprotectin
- Home self-test format
- Supports discussion of ongoing bowel symptoms with a doctor
- Useful marker linked to intestinal inflammation
- Non-invasive stool sample test
Ingredients and Materials
Self-test kit with test cassette or strip, sample collection device, extraction buffer and instructions according to pack contents.
How to Use
Collect and prepare the stool sample exactly as instructed, apply drops to the test device and read within the stated time window.
Who It's For
For adults using a preliminary digestive-health self-test before seeking professional advice.
Caution & Storage
A self-test is not a diagnosis. Seek urgent care for blood in stool, severe pain, weight loss, fever, dehydration or persistent symptoms.