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Additional Codes
LAB3315
Specimen Required
***Must submit one specimen per order. Specimens cannot be shared between multiple orders.***
Specimen Type: Stool
Container/Tube: Acid-washed or trace metal-free plastic container, MCL supply T656
Specimen Volume: 10 g
Collection Instructions: Collect 10 g of stool with no preservative. Send specimen in an acid-washed or trace metal-free plastic container, MCL supply T656. Send specimen refrigerated.
Specimen Type
FecalSpecimen Minimum Volume
10 mL stool liquid or 10 g stool solid
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 30 days | ||
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Reporting limit determined each analysis.
Units: mg/g
Performing Laboratory
NMS LabsCPT Code Information
83735
84100
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FCLPF | Cathartic Laxatives Profile, F | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z5906 | Magnesium | 10880-3 |
| Z5907 | Phosphorus | 10884-5 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday