Order Code
4925
Preferred Specimen
Collect 5 grams of stool from either a 24-hour collection or a random sample. The sample must be liquid.
Do not add saline or water to liquefy the sample. Store it frozen.
If multiple tests are being performed, please provide a separate specimen for this specific test.
ContainerType
Fecal collection container
Minimum Volume
5 mL of liquid stool
Transport Temperature
Keep frozen during transport
Specimen Stability
- Unacceptable: Room temperature
- Refrigerated: Stable for up to 1 week
- Frozen: Stable for up to 1 month
Methodology
Ion-selective electrode
Rejection Criteria:
- Non-liquid stool
- Samples kept at room temperature
- Thick or viscous samples
Overview
Test Setup Days
Sunday through Saturday
CPT
84302, 84999, 82438