Pancreatic Elastase, Fecal
Test Code: 123234
Performing Lab: LABCORP BURLINGTON
CPT Code: 82653 001
Specimen Container
Screw-capped plastic vial
Specimen Type
Stool (unpreserved, random)
Volume
3 g
Minimum Volume
1 g (Note:This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Temperature
Transport specimen FROZEN
Specimen Handling
Collection: Do NOT contaminate outside of container. Do NOT overfill container. Do NOT use a preservative.
This assay does not measure the substituted enzyme (Pancreatin) and, therefore, it is not necessary to stop medication before taking a sample.
This assay does not measure the substituted enzyme (Pancreatin) and, therefore, it is not necessary to stop medication before taking a sample.
Methodology
Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA)
Stability
Room Temperature: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 12 months
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 12 months
Unacceptable Conditions
Serum or plasma received; stool contaminated with urine; preserved stool received
TAT From Set-Up
4 - 6 Days
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 123236 | Pancreatic Elastase, Fecal | 25907-7 |
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