Hemoccult 2-hole Single Slides - Fecal Occult Blood Test Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Hemoccult 2-hole Single Slides.
• Gastroccult, Hemoccult
• FEE-kull oh-CULT blood test

Medicinal Applications

• This test is used to check for blood in the stool.
• It is also used to check for other stomach or intestinal disorders.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
• Avoid the use of aspirin or any non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain medication for 7 days before and during the test period.
• Use acetaminophen if necessary.
• Be aware that cough-and-cold and other combination medications may contain aspirin or anti-inflammatory agents.
• Large doses of Vitamin C (above 250mg) can affect the results of this test.
• Avoid Vitamin C supplements for 3 days prior to the test and watch your dietary intake of vitamin C as well (citrus fruits, juices).
• If you take an iron supplement, check to see if it contains vitamin C.
• The following foods may also affect the test results.
• Avoid them for 3 days prior and during the test period.

Hemoccult 2-hole Single Slides Storage Instructions

• Store the test and supplies at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat, light and chemicals or cleaning products.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze.
• Keep slides closed when not in use.

Usage Instructions

• In general, stool samples are collected and smeared o the slides provided.
• The slides are returned for processing.
• Closely follow the instructions below to ensure accurate test results.
• Read the patient instructions provided and be sure to ask your health care provider any questions you may have.
• With a pen, fill in your name, address and age on the front of each slide.
• After a bowel movement, take one slide and write the date of the sample.
• Open slide 1.
• Use the stick provided to collect a small piece of stool and apply a thin smear to Box A.
• With the same stick, take another sample from another part of the stool and place a thin smear inside Box B.
• Discard the stick.
• Close the cover of the slide and store it in a paper envelope.
• Repeat this process for your next 2 bowel movements to complete slides 2 and 3.
• When the third slide is complete, return the slides to the doctor's office or laboratory as directed.

Possible Side Effects

• There are no side effects associated with the use of this test.
• However, handle all stool samples with caution.
• Properly dispose of sample sticks, collection cups and other items that come in contact with the stool.
• Wash hands thoroughly after completing each test.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Hemoccult 2-hole Single Slides Miscellaneous Notes

• Your doctor may recommend a special diet to be followed for 2 days prior to the test and during the test period.
• The diet, high in roughage, can increase the accuracy of this test be helping to detect intermittent bleeding.
• Discuss this with your doctor.

Overdose

• In case of accidental ingestion, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• This test is usually done using 3 consecutive or closely spaced bowel movements.
• This increases the accuracy of the test since bleeding can be sporadic.
• If you miss collecting a bowel movement, try to collect and test the next one.
• If you miss more than two days in a row, contact your doctor for further instructions.

Read Before Using Hemoccult 2-hole Single Slides (precautions)

• Do not collect stool samples during or until three days after your menstrual period or if you have bleeding hemorrhoids or blood in your urine.
• Because chemicals may affect the test, remove toilet bowl cleaners from the toilet tank and flush twice before collecting a stool sample.