Crohn’s & Colitis Glossary
Lactoferrin
A stool test for intestinal inflammation that aids in predicting active IBD.
Large intestine
The last part of the gastrointestinal tract (colon, rectum, and anus) where water is absorbed, and stool (poop) is stored before leaving the body.
Lymphocyte
A type of white blood cell important in immunity (protection) against infection.