Do you often feel bloated, gassy or tired – or notice changes in your bowels, like diarrhoea, constipation or blood in your stool? For many in the UK, these symptoms crop up now and again. Sometimes they’re nothing to worry about. But when they linger, it’s natural to feel concerned about what might be causing them.
Modern British life is fast-paced, and our gut health can take a hit from stress, diet or even the after-effects of COVID-19. Sometimes, symptoms point to simple issues (like IBS), but they might also signal inflammation or bleeding in your gut that needs medical attention.
Did you know? Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and even bowel cancer are increasingly common in the UK, but early signs can easily be missed. (See NHS A-Z: Bowel Cancer)
This dual test checks for:
Together, these results help GPs decide if you need further tests or reassurance that your symptoms are likely benign (such as IBS).
If you’re worried about digestive symptoms, our Calprotectin and FIT Combined Stool Test is available for home collection across the UK. Simply order online and send your sample by post. Results are ready in about 5 days – and you’ll get a clear report and advice on next steps from a Mayfield GP if you wish.
Trust Mayfield Clinic for fast, private stool testing – and feel better knowing your next steps.
This combined test helps to determine if symptoms like ongoing diarrhoea, abdominal pain, or changes in your bowels may be caused by inflammation or blood in the digestive tract, helping your doctor decide if further investigation is needed.
The combined test looks for raised levels of calprotectin (indicating gut inflammation) and traces of blood (via the FIT test). It’s a non-invasive way to distinguish between irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and other conditions, guiding appropriate treatment and next steps.
You can collect a small stool sample at home using our easy kit and return by post. Results are typically available within 5 days. This method is safe, private and convenient for those in the UK.
Test for gut inflammation and hidden blood easily at home with one combined kit.
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