Stool Analysis May be Key to Rapid Diarrhea Test

Diarrhea or loose or watery stools can be caused by a number of things, including bacterial or viral infections, parasites, gastrointestinal diseases or medications (e.g. antibiotics).
Patients with bouts of diarrhea may get faster relief from their symptoms if physicians are able to quickly identify the cause of their gastrointestinal disorders.
Researchers in the United Kingdom are developing a device to help doctors to rapidly diagnose the cause of diarrhea outbreaks by analyzing stool samples of patients.
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