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Could IBD still be detected if in remission?

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I’ve suffered with IBS/IBD symptoms for many years and got through flare ups by myself without thinking it could be any other than a bad stomach, however the past few months have been awful and decided to speak to a doctor.

I’ve just had the results of calprotectin and my levels were <1700, ❤️0 and <1800 and have now arranged a follow up call with the Dr.

I’m not sure what the next steps will be, I’m assuming a colonoscopy.

It has taken months to get this far and could take another few to find anything else out. My symptoms are currently easing so I’m just wondering if I go into ‘remission’ would an IBD still be detected? Could the intestines be inflamed even if I’m not having a flare up?

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