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Test ID NBLD0033 Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, Random, Feces

Reporting Name

Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, Random, F

Useful For

Diagnosing protein-losing enteropathies, especially when used in conjunction with serum alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) levels as a part of AAT clearance studies

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Specimen Type

Fecal


Ordering Guidance


The preferred test for diagnosing protein-losing enteropathies is A1AFS / Alpha-1-Antitrypsin Clearance, Feces and Serum.



Specimen Required


Supplies:

-Stool container, Small (Random), 4 oz (T288)

-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)

Container/Tube: Stool container

Specimen Volume: 5 g

Collection Instructions: Collect a random fecal specimen.


Specimen Minimum Volume

Homogenized Stool: 1 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Fecal Frozen (preferred) 14 days
  Ambient  14 days
  Refrigerated  14 days

Reference Values

≤54 mg/dL

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Test Classification

This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

CPT Code Information

82103

Report Available

1 to 3 days

Reject Due To

Feces collected in any preservative or fixative Reject

Method Name

Nephelometry

Secondary ID

182
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Sanford Interface Build Information

Result Code Result Code Description
13038 A1-Antitrypsin, Random, F