Question
How do I interpret a baby stool routine examination report? The report shows loose stools, sometimes with bubbles, and yellow in color. Recently, I’ve noticed a small amount of Bloodshot in the stool. A few days ago, I underwent a stool routine examination, and the doctor only collected the stool for testing. Is this method appropriate? Here are the examination results:
- Appearance: Yellow loose stools
- Rotavirus: Negative
- Microscopy: WBC: 0-1/HPF
- RBC: 0-1/HPF What do these results mean? Why is there Bloodshot in the baby’s stool? Is this situation serious? Do I need further examination?
Answer
Based on the stool routine examination report, the baby’s stool appears loose, but other abnormal indicators are not obvious. The rotavirus test is negative, indicating no infection with rotavirus. The white blood cell count is normal, with no evidence of bacterial infection. The red blood cell count is normal, with no signs of skin breakdown or bleeding. However, the report describes the stool containing Bloodshot, which may be due to not collecting the part containing Bloodshot during sampling. The current situation may need to consider whether it is caused by an allergy to whey protein or milk protein leading to vomiting. When vomiting is accompanied by Bloodshot, it is very important to determine the cause. It is recommended to undergo further examination to determine the cause.