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ICD-11 code : ME24.A6;

Preferred Label : Positive occult blood in stool;

ICD-11 definition : Positive tests (positive stool) determined by faecal occult blood testing (FOBT), which aims to detect subtle blood loss in the gastrointestinal tract. Positive occult blood in stool may suggest gastrointestinal bleeding and warrant further investigation, especially for malignancy.;

ICD-11 synonym : FOBT - [faecal occult blood testing]; faecal occult blood testing;

ICD-11 acronym : FOBT;

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Positive tests (positive stool) determined by faecal occult blood testing (FOBT), which aims to detect subtle blood loss in the gastrointestinal tract. Positive occult blood in stool may suggest gastrointestinal bleeding and warrant further investigation, especially for malignancy.

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15/12/2025


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