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Additional Codes
| Mayo | FPHFL |
| Epic ID | LAB109 |
Specimen Type
FecalSpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Stool container
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random unpreserved fecal specimen
2. Send frozen
Note: Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 g
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fecal | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
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Note:
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis: | Reject |
| Thawing: | Cold OK; Warm reject |
| Diapers | Reject |
| Specimens containing barium | Reject |
| Specimens in media or preservatives | Reject |
| Grossly bloody specimens | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesMethod Name
Colorimetric Indicator paper
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysReference Values
5.0-8.5
CPT Code Information
83986