Occult Blood Exam
Methodology
Immunological Fecal Occult Blood Test is a rapid, immunochemical device
Performing Laboratory
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Stool
Container/Tube: Hemosure Collection vial
Specimen Volume: see below
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- Unscrew cap of the fecal collection tube and remove applicator stick.
- Randomly insert the applicator stick into the fecal sample at six (6) times.
DO NOT CLUMP, SCOOP, OR FILL THE TUBE.
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- Return the applicator stick into the fecal collection tube and tighten the cap thoroughly. Shake the tube to mix the sample with the extraction buffer.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerated
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
All
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82270