Scientists want pictures of your poop… no, seriously By Mike Wehner Published Oct 29th, 2019 10:58AM EDT Image: Apple ...

First, collected images will be pored over by a team of gastroenterologists, Hachuel said, who will be responsible for classifying the stool in them according to the Bristol scale.

There is no specific test for IBS, although diagnostic tests may be performed to rule out other problems. These tests may include stool sample testing, blood tests, and X-rays.

IBS mucus in stool is typically clear to white and jelly-like, and may appear in large amounts during an IBS flare. This is relatively normal, and not usually cause for concern.

Stool is examined for blood, parasitic or bacterial infections as well. Diagnosis of IBS Once the tests come up negative the symptoms of IBS are scored to make the diagnosis.

David Hachuel wants pictures of your poop — for science. The computer scientist-turned-entrepreneur is working to build the world’s largest database of human stool photos — up to 100,000 in all.