stool tests for parasitology

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Dear List

I have a new px presenting with belching (frequent as I can testify during the

consultation) and bloating, getting worse with time. I've given her a mix and

put her on an exclusion diet, as she was keen to explore possible sensitivities.

She's travelled widely and had a lot of tummy troubles and if the symptoms don't

resolve I'd like to suggest a stool test for H pyl and other more exotic

parasites. Are stool tests available on the NHS or if not, which companies'

tests do people find best?

thanks

Katharine