| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Stool in kit (provided by lab) | 14 days Room Temp | Negative |
Specimen Requirements
Stool kit
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Method
Fecal Immunochemical Test
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Schedule
Mon-Fri
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Turn-Around Time
48hrs
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Instructions/Notes
Obtain stool kit from laboratory prior to sampling
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Clinical Utility
To screen for gastrointestinal bleeding, which may be an indicator of colon cancer.
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CPT Codes
82270
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