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Glossary of terms used on this site
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Fecal occult blood test |
A test to check for blood in the stool. Small samples of stool are placed on special cards and sent to a doctor or laboratory for testing. Blood in the stool may be a sign of colorectal cancer. Also called FOBT. |
