Methodology
Direct exam
Synonyms
Fecal WBC's
Specimen Type
Stool
Performing Lab
RCHSD MICROBIOLOGY
Epic ID
LAB731
Lab Test Days
upon receipt
Standard TAT
24 hours
Stat TAT
1 hour
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Unpreserved Stool sample <2 hours old.
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Ambient-Only
Specimen Stability
<2 hours
Rejection Criteria
Stool sample >2 hours old; preserved stool samples (any media with fixatives)
Test Volume Required
1 gram (size of small pea)
Processing Instructions
Refer to microbiology processing manual
CPT Codes
83630
Revised
08-07-17