Question 1

what does occult blood mean?

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Blood not seen: It means bleeding that cannot be visualized. For example, we can check stool for blood, even though it doesn't appear red/bloody.

Question 2

what does occult blood 3 mean?

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It usually: Means that on three separate stool specimens, non visible blood was detected. This needs to be evaluated by a gastroenterologist or colon and rectal surgeon. Do not wait until you see blood. Early detection of the source can save much anxiety, worry and possibly your life. Take it seriously.

Question 3

what does occult blood 2+ mean?

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It indicates: The finding of blood in your stool which may or may not indicate a GI problem. A thorough history and look at other exams and a GI workup is indicated. This may be a false positive result but best to get a proper evaluation rather than ignore a possible early warning sign of a more serious problem.

Question 4

what does occult blood result of "small" mean in a urinalysis? all other results ok?

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: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the result your provided is not in the usual form of such results. In any case any abnormal bleeding needs to be investigated.    
Wish you good health!

Question 5

what 1+ occult blood negative in urine means?

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UA: It means you have +1 blood in your urine and the Normal value should be "Negative" so have the hematuria evaluated and worked up by the Doc.  Best wishes.

Question 6

my occult blood immunochemical test came back positive  a41611    less than 50 ng/ml.  what does this mean?

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occult blood pos: This means that there was a small amount of blood hidden in the stool sample.  You need to consult with your doctor to see if this is significant and whether you need more testing.

Question 7

what will a occult blood result of 1+ mean on a urinalysis lab test?

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Blood: It means blood was detected.

Question 8

my 14 month old girl has has occult blood report, what does that mean?

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Blood in her stool: (assuming this was a stool report) it means that blood was detected in a stool sample. This is actually pretty common. ..And it can be from an anal fissure, a milk intolerance, a virus, diarrhea...Any number of things. You pediatrician should go over the different possibilities and help you decide what to do.

Question 9

occult blood in urine means?

Accepted Answer

Microscopic Hematuri: Occult blood in urine means the blood is not visible with naked eye and is only seen in high field device like microscope as red blood cells.

Question 10

7 + rbc in stool, no occult blood, no visible blood. what does it mean?

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Blood in Stool Bad: Hi.
I take it you are  testing your stool?
A normal BM does not have blood in it.
You are either getting a false reading or need to see  a Doctor. Maybe retest it again using another kit.
Hope this is helpful
Dr Lori Lange-Pennsylvania

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