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CALPROTECTIN, STOOL

Geisinger Epic Procedure Code:  LAB1928    Geisinger Epic ID:  43829

SPECIMEN COLLECTION
Specimen type: 

Stool, unpreserved


Preferred collection container: 
Specimen required: 

3 grams (minimum 0.3 grams)stool - unpreserved


Special notes: 

Collect undiluted feces in clean, dry sterile leak-proof container. Do not add fixative or preservative.



SPECIMEN PROCESSING
Transport temperature: 

Frozen


Specimen stability: 

Room temperature: 6 days Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 28 days.


Rejection criteria: 

Stool collected in a container with fixative or preservative.



TEST DETAILS
CPT code(s):  83993
Note: The billing party has sole responsibility for CPT coding.  Any questions regarding coding should be directed to the payer being billed.
The CPT codes provided by GML are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only.

Methodology: 
Chemiluminescence
Synonyms: 

Quest test code 16796, CALPST


Clinical significance: 

Diagnose inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Differentiate IBD from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).


Review Date:  12/04/2024

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