Simple stool test could speed up IBD and IBS diagnosis

NCT ID NCT06810518

First seen Feb 15, 2026 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study is testing a new stool test that measures a protein called calprotectin, which is a sign of inflammation in the gut. The goal is to see how well the test can help doctors tell the difference between inflammatory bowel diseases (like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and irritable bowel syndrome. About 220 adults with symptoms like belly pain, diarrhea, or weight loss will provide a stool sample before or after a colonoscopy. The results will help improve diagnosis and reduce the need for invasive procedures.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • ALPCO

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Salem, New Hampshire, 03079, United States

  • Gastro Intestinal Research Institute of Northern Ohio,

    RECRUITING

    Westlake, Ohio, 44145, United States

  • Med-Care Research Corp

    RECRUITING

    Miami, Florida, 33125, United States

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