The EZ DETECT™ Stool Blood Test, manufactured by Biomerica, is the most advanced home test available to detect hidden blood in the stool, one of the primary early warning signals of many health problems. EZ DETECT™ is designed to detect blood in the stool that can be caused by bleeding ulcers, hemorrhoids, polyps, colitis, diverticulitis, fissures or cancer of the colon. EZ DETECT™ is a simple, sanitary, fast home test requiring no stool handling. The user simply drops a test tissue into the toilet bowl, and if blood is present, a blue-green color will appear within two minutes. The test detects small quantities (2.0mg hemoglobin/100 ml water) of occult (hidden) blood in the stool Physicians, hospitals, screeners, nurses and pharmacies utilize the test. EZ DETECT™ has no dietary restrictions before or during the testing period The kit contains 48 testpackets consisting of 5 testing pads; a chemical that is used to assure that the product is functioning properly in your home and clear instructions. There are enough pads to test 3 consecutive bowel movements. A result card is also provided to record your results and send to your physician. This test does not require a Doctor’s visit, however, results should be recorded with your doctor for future reference.