Medical Test of Fecal Matter (AUDIO) Texas A&M AgriLife Communications Your browser does not support the audio element. Caption A medical test initially researched for aging adults also could be helpful for premature babies, according to scientists with Texas AgriLife Research. The procedure, which uses fecal samples rather than the oft-dreaded colonoscopy, was developed by Dr. Robert Chapkin and his colleagues, who have been studying the noninvasive technique at the genetic level for more than a decade. Credit Texas AgriLife Research Usage Restrictions Can be used by broadcast media or on websites, but not for resale. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.