Test Code FEC LACT Fecal Lactoferrin

Additional Codes

LAB731

Performing Laboratory

Central Peninsula Hospital

Collection Method

Collect fecal specimens into a clean, airtight container with no preservatives

Container

Sterile container

Specimen Type

Stool

Minimum Volume

25ul

Specimen Stability

Ambient	14 days
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C)	14 days
Frozen(-40°C to 0°C)	N/A

Reference or Target Ranges

Negative

Reportable Units

Negative or Positive

Critical Value

Not defined for this assay

Reasons for Rejection

Stool contaminated with urine or water, Stool in preservative/fixative, QNS, Labeled incorrectly, Improper container

Performance Information

Days and Time Performed	24/7
Expected Turn Around Time	Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours
Stat Availability	Yes
Performing Bench	CPH Microbiology

CPT Codes

83630

Last review/edit date

2025