32580:OCCULT BLOOD, GASTRIC FLUID
Author PeaceHealth Laboratories
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Methodology: |
Slide test |
Edit Date: |
10/21/2008 |
Performed: |
Daily |
Released: |
Same day |
CPT Code: |
82271 |
Specimen Collection Details |
Collection: |
Gastric aspirate from nasgastric intubation or volitus are appropriate samples. |
Handling: |
Place in clean sealed container. If testing cannot be performed within 24 hours, specimen may be stored regrigerated at 2-8° C for 5 days. |
Standard Volume: |
0.5 mL gastric aspirate. |
Transport: |
Ambient if testing will be done within 24 hours. |