Occult Blood, Gastric Contents
Order Name
GASTRCULT
Test Number: 3510080
Revision Date 02/11/2011
Test Number: 3510080
Revision Date 02/11/2011
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
|
Occult Blood, Gastric Contents
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Guaiac Colormetric Reaction (GUIAC) |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 3 mL (1) | See Instructions | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Submit only liquid gastric or vomitus contents in a sterile screwtop container. A sterile urine container will be sufficient. Mark container correctly with sample type submitted. | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Sun-Sat |
| Expected TAT | 1-2 Days |
| CPT Code(s) | 82271 |
| Lab Section | Microbiology |