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    Bowel Transit Time

    Bowel Transit Time



    How It Feels

    Bowel transit time tests do not cause pain.

    You will not feel discomfort from the X-rays used for the test. The X-ray table may feel hard and the room may be cool. You may find that the positions you need to hold are uncomfortable.



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