ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Occult Blood, Fecal : 0020374

Mnemonic: FECBLD

Methodology: Colorimetry
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect:  Stool.

Transport:  5 g aliquot of stool in a clean unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910), frozen. (Min: 1 g)

Remarks:  Gastric samples: Refer to test Occult Blood, Gastric, (0060310).

Unacceptable Conditions:  Stool in preservatives. 

Stability:  Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 36 hours; Frozen: 3 days
Reference Interval:
Negative
CPT Code(s): 82270
 
 

 

 

 
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