| Method |
Direct Immunofluorescence |
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| CPT Code |
87272, 87269 |
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| Preferred Specimen |
Stool |
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| Other Acceptable Specimens |
None |
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| Required Specimen Volume |
>5 mls stool |
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| Minimum Specimen Volume |
5 mls stool |
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| Specimen Container |
10% Formalin Container (PVA sample not acceptable) |
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| Specimen Identification |
Label container with patient’s first name, last name and DOB include date and time of collection. |
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| Special Instructions |
- Stool specimen should be placed into the vial immediately after passage and thoroughly mixed with the solution. Do not fill vial past the fill line.
- DO NOT refrigerate the samples, store at room temperature
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| Shipping Requirements |
Store and ship at room temperature. Transport to lab as soon as possible. |
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| Sample Rejection Criteria |
- Leaking Specimens
- Mislabeled/Unlabeled Specimens
- Inappropriate Transport Media
- Expired Transport Media
- Overfilled vials
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| Turn-around-time |
72 hours |
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