Stool for Reducing Substances

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The term “stool for reducing substances” refers to a test that is done to detect the presence of certain sugars (carbohydrates) in the stool that are not normally present. These sugars are called reducing substances because they have the ability to reduce certain chemicals in a laboratory test.

Here’s why this test might be conducted:

Lactose Intolerance: One common reason for performing this test is to diagnose lactose intolerance. Lactose intolerance occurs when the body does not produce enough of the enzyme lactase, which is needed to digest lactose (the sugar found in milk and dairy products). Undigested lactose can ferment in the gut and produce symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea. The presence of reducing substances in the stool can indicate

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