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HelpTest Code OCC BLD PNL Occult Blood, Stool, For Colorectal Neoplasm Screening
Additional Codes
LAB695
Collection Method
Stool Collection Method
Minimum Volume
3 consecutive stool specimens with 5g or 5ml each
Container
Sterile Cup
Acceptable Specimens
3 consecutive stool specimens
Reference or Target Ranges
Negative
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reportable Units
Positive or Negative
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, improperly labeled, improper container |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 5 days |
| Frozen(-70°C to 0°C) | N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: Within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
| Stat Availabilty | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Serology |
| Methodology/Method Description |
HemaPrompt |
CPT Codes
82270
Last review/edit date
March 2024