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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3832
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stool | Stool | FOBI-R | ||
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Inoculate specimen container within 4 hours. Do not freeze.Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 4 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 14 days
Refrigerate: 29 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| FECAL OCCULT BLOOD, IMMUNOASSAY | 29771-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
24 Hours
CPT Code(s)
82274
Performing Lab Section
Urinalysis
Performing Lab(s)
Cheshire Medical Center Laboratory (CHE)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)