iClean® Stool Collection Tube

Detection of Infectious Diseases
It can be used to detect various intestinal pathogens, such as bacteria (Salmonella, Shigella, Escherichia coli, etc.), viruses (rotavirus, norovirus, etc.), and parasites (Ascaris, tapeworms, Entamoeba histolytica, etc.). Through analyses like microbial culture and nucleic acid testing of the stool samples, doctors can accurately determine whether the patient is infected and the type of pathogen, thus formulating a targeted treatment plan.
Diagnosis and Monitoring of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
For inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, the samples collected by the iClean® stool collection tube can be used to detect inflammatory markers in feces, such as calprotectin. This helps doctors assess the degree and activity of intestinal inflammation, and monitor the development of the disease and the treatment effect.

Fecal Occult Blood Testing
In the early stage of colorectal cancer, there may be no obvious symptoms, but there may be trace amounts of blood in the stool. The samples collected by the iClean® stool collection tube can be used for fecal occult blood tests, which detect components such as hemoglobin or transferrin in the stool. This is helpful for identifying potential bleeding lesions in the intestine and serves as a preliminary screening method for colorectal cancer.
Fecal DNA Testing
Stool contains DNA shed from intestinal cells. After collecting samples with the iClean® stool collection tube, fecal DNA testing can be carried out to analyze abnormalities such as gene mutations and methylation. This aids in the early screening of colorectal cancer, especially for high – risk groups, such as those with a family history of colorectal cancer, those with a long – term high – fat diet, and those with intestinal polyps.

Detection of Digestive and Absorptive Function
By detecting the content and degree of digestion of fat, protein, carbohydrates, and other components in the stool, the digestive and absorptive functions of the intestine can be evaluated. For example, detecting the fat content in the stool can help determine whether there is steatorrhea, understand the normal function of organs such as the pancreas and liver, and the absorption of fat in the intestine.
Analysis of Intestinal Flora
The samples collected by the iClean® stool collection tube can be used for intestinal flora testing to analyze the types, quantities, and proportions of various bacteria in the intestine. Imbalances in the intestinal flora are closely related to the occurrence and development of various diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and autism. Analyzing the intestinal flora helps understand the health status of the intestinal micro – ecological environment, providing a basis for disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Monitoring of Drug Efficacy
During the treatment of certain diseases, it is necessary to monitor the impact of drugs on the intestine or the metabolism of drugs in the intestine. For example, when using antibiotics to treat intestinal infections, collect stool samples with the iClean® stool collection tube to detect the concentration of the drug in the feces and the changes in the intestinal flora, evaluate the efficacy of the drug and its impact on the intestinal micro – ecology, and adjust the treatment plan in a timely manner.
Health Check – ups
In routine health check – ups, the iClean® stool collection tube can be used as a convenient inspection tool to initially understand the health status of the intestine, identify potential risks of intestinal diseases, and promote people’s attention to intestinal health and early disease prevention.