Stool for Floatation Test Price in Bangladesh

What is Stool for Floatation Test?

A stool floatation test is a diagnostic procedure used to detect parasitic infections in the gastrointestinal tract. The test involves collecting a stool sample, which is then mixed with a special solution that causes parasites, such as Giardia, Entamoeba histolytica, or other intestinal protozoa and helminths, to float.

This allows the lab to identify the presence of parasitic eggs, cysts, or larvae under a microscope. The floatation test is commonly used when there are symptoms of gastrointestinal distress, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, or bloating, that suggest a parasitic infection.

Results typically take 1-3 days, depending on the lab's processing time.

What to expect & how to prepare

A sample is collected at the centre and analysed in the laboratory. The sample type — blood, urine, stool or another body fluid — depends on the specific test, and the collection staff will tell you which one applies.

• Fasting: only some laboratory tests need fasting, and this varies test by test. Ask the centre whether fasting is required for this specific test when you book, rather than assuming.
• Medication: tell the laboratory about medicines, supplements and recent injections, because some can affect results.
• Requesting slip: bring the doctor's advice or previous reports so the laboratory runs and compares the right test.
• Report timing: turnaround differs between routine and specialised tests — the centre will tell you when your report is ready.

Have a registered doctor interpret the result together with your symptoms rather than self-diagnosing from reference ranges.

Stool for Floatation Test price comparison by diagnostic centre

Indicative prices in Bangladeshi Taka, cheapest first. Confirm the current charge and any package discounts directly with the centre.