A Hygienic and Convenient Approach to Fecal Occult Blood Testing

The NOVAtest® Fecal Occult Blood Test is an in vitro diagnostic test designed for the qualitative detection of human hemoglobin (hHb) in fecal specimens.

The test features an integrated closed-system sampling device that securely contains the specimen after collection, helping minimize the risk of spills and direct contact with the fecal sample. A prefilled buffer is incorporated into the device, eliminating the need for separate manual buffer preparation and reducing unnecessary handling steps.

This integrated design provides a more controlled and hygienic testing process while simplifying specimen collection and preparation. Results are available in approximately 10–15 minutes, providing users with timely information regarding the presence of detectable fecal occult blood.

High Sensitivity for Human Hemoglobin Detection

The NOVAtest® is designed to detect human hemoglobin in fecal specimens with a detection limit of approximately 200 ng/mL, supporting sensitive identification of occult blood when used according to the Instructions for Use.

Closed-System Sampling for Enhanced Hygiene

The integrated device securely contains the specimen after collection, helping minimize spillage and direct contact with fecal material. This closed-system approach provides a more hygienic testing experience and simplifies specimen handling.

Prefilled Buffer for a Simplified Workflow

The test incorporates a prefilled buffer within the device, eliminating the need for users to manually measure or transfer buffer during testing. Fewer manual steps can help reduce handling complexity and potential procedural errors.

Rapid and Easy-to-Read Results

Results are available in approximately 10–15 minutes and are presented in a clear visual format, allowing straightforward interpretation according to the product's Instructions for Use.

Built-In Procedural Control

An integrated control line provides an internal procedural check, helping confirm that the test has been performed correctly and that the test device has functioned as intended.

Support Informed Gastrointestinal Health Decisions

By providing information about the presence of detectable fecal occult blood, NOVAtest® can support individuals and healthcare professionals in deciding whether further gastrointestinal evaluation may be appropriate.

Supporting Earlier Gastrointestinal Evaluation

The NOVAtest® Fecal Occult Blood Test combines sensitive human hemoglobin detection with a closed-system sampling design to make fecal occult blood testing more hygienic, controlled, and convenient.

By reducing specimen handling and providing rapid qualitative results, NOVAtest® is designed to support accessible FOB testing while helping users and healthcare professionals identify when further evaluation may be appropriate.

For complete information regarding intended use, specimen collection, testing procedures, performance characteristics, limitations, and result interpretation, please refer to the product's Instructions for Use.

Gastrointestinal bleeding can occur for many different reasons, and small amounts of blood may not always be visible in the stool. As a result, relying solely on visible symptoms may not identify all cases of occult gastrointestinal bleeding.

Fecal occult blood testing provides a non-invasive way to detect hidden blood in stool, offering additional information that can support the early identification of potential gastrointestinal abnormalities.

Occult blood may be associated with a variety of gastrointestinal conditions, ranging from benign causes to conditions that require further medical evaluation. A positive FOB test therefore does not by itself indicate a specific disease, but it can serve as an important signal for appropriate follow-up.

Accessible and hygienic testing can make fecal occult blood screening easier to incorporate into appropriate health-monitoring and screening programs. When used as part of an appropriate clinical pathway, FOB testing can provide valuable information to support further evaluation by healthcare professionals.

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