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A member asked:

Faecal calprotectin - is this is within limits, what are the chances of indeed having a ibd (if sample is taken when symptomatic). thankyou?

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Dr. Janet Beccaro answered

Slim chance: The chances are slim that you have ibd bur further testing is necessary. See your doctor.

Dr Brown agreed

Answered 12/14/2013

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