Electrolytes, Fecal

REF MISC

Synonyms:

Lytes, Fecal

Performing Lab:

Referral Lab

Container Type:

Sterile container

Specimen Type:

Liquid stool (24-hour or random)

Preferred Volume:

5 g

Minimum Volume:

1 g

Collection Procedure:

Stool must be liquid. Do not use saline or water to liquify sample.

Store and Transport:

Refrigerate

Stability:

Room Temperature - Unacceptable
Refrigerated - 1 week
Frozen - 1 month

Unacceptable Condition:

Formed or viscous stool.

CPT Codes:

82438; 84302; 84999

Method:

Quantitative ion-selective electrode

Test Includes:

Potassium, Stool
Sodium, Stool
Chloride, Stool

Reference Ranges:

Reflex Test :

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