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HelpTest ID NBLD0368 Calprotectin
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Stool
Non-Sterile Container - Stool
Collect in a clean or sterile airtight container without preservative, and transfer stool into a screw cap vial for transport and storage.
Please reference links for patient instructions:
Stool Collection Patient Instructions - English
Stool Collection Patient Instructions - Spanish
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 20 grams (4 mL) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1 gram |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Report Available
1-3 days
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA)
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
83993
Interface Build Information
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 21401 | Calprotectin |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 72 hours | |
| Frozen | > 72 hours | Preferred for transport |