what tests are done for diarrhea
Testing For Diarrhea. To test for potential causes of diarrhea, a stool sample must be collected. A small amount of the stool should be collected in a sterile container to prevent contamination. This can be done at your primary care provider's office, urgent care, or at an emergency room if the condition has become severe.
At the Lustgarten Center, our clinicians gather a comprehensive family history, perform a physical exam and schedule diagnostic tests for each pediatric patient with a suspected gastroparesis diagnosis. Diagnostic tests include: a barium contrast upper GI series, upper endoscopy, biochemical testing and a gastric emptying study.