Specimen:
Collect
- Random Stool in Occult Probe Container
Submit
- Random Stool in Occult Probe Container. Submit Ambient.
Special Handling
- Follow patient instructions included with sample collection kit.
Rejection Criteria
- Stool in preservative
- Fresh stool over 24 hours old.
Stability
Ambient: 2 Week(s); Refrigerated: 1 Month(s); Frozen: Unacceptable; Incubated: Unacceptable
Methodology
- Immunoassay
Performed
Mon-Fri
Reported
1-3 Day(s)
CPT Codes
- 82274
Components
- 3779 - OCCULT BLOOD, IA
Last Updated: January 22, 2025 @ 10:13 am
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