Why get tested?To screen for
cystic fibrosis and
pancreatic insufficiency by evaluating pancreas function
When to get tested?When you or your newborn or infant has symptoms of pancreatic insufficiency or cystic fibrosis such as persistent diarrhoea, foul-smelling bulky greasy stools,
malnutrition, and vitamin deficiency
Sample required?A fresh stool sample, uncontaminated with urine