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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

    1. Unscrew cap of the fecal collection tube and remove applicator stick.
    2. Randomly insert the applicator stick into the fecal sample at six (6) times.

                   DO NOT CLUMP, SCOOP, OR FILL THE TUBE.

    1. 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