| Test Name: | Occult Blood, Stool |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB694: X 1 |
| LAB695: X 3 |
| CPT Code: | 82270 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | Feces |
| Acceptable Container(s): | Plastic cup with screw cap or occult blood card |
| Testing Schedule: | 24 hours/day, 7 days/week |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA |
| Routine: Same day |
| Collection Information: | Refer to Microbiology Collection Information by Source. Walnut size specimen is sufficient. |
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately at room temperature. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
| Reference Client: | If unable to deliver to lab immediately, store and transport at 2-8° C. Original specimen must be received in lab within 24 hours. If sample is sent on test card, it can be stored and transported at room temperature up to 5 days. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, improper/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | Negative |
| Additional Information: | Patient should not receive Vitamin C/Ascorbic acid for 3 days prior to testing. When occult GI bleeding is suspected at least three samples, preferably from separate bowel movements, should be submitted. |