ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Phenolphthalein, Fecal : 0020391

Mnemonic: PHENO FEC

Methodology: Qualitative Colorimetry
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: Stool.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 5 g stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910) and freeze immediately. Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connector contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min: 1 g)

Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICAL FROZEN. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.

Remarks:

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens in media or preservatives.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: 48 hours

Reference Interval:
Negative
CPT Code(s): 84999
Cross References: Fecal Phenolphthalein (Phenolphthalein, Fecal)
 
 

 

 

 
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