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What if I store my stool sample in the fridge that I need to take to the doctor?

• Chris2048 9y ago
  Why in the fridge? It need to be kept fresh?
  • jwilk 9y ago
    https://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/how-should-i-collect-and-store-a-stool-faeces-sample.aspx?CategoryID=69 https://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/how-should-i-collect-and-store-... Stool samples must be fresh – if they aren't, the bacteria in them can multiply. This means the levels of bacteria in the stool sample won't be the same as the levels of bacteria in your digestive system. If the levels of bacteria don't match, the test results may not be accurate. If you can't hand your stool sample in immediately, find out how long it can be kept in the fridge. Your GP or the healthcare professional who requested the test will be able to tell you.
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