Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
Fecal Elastase; Elastase 1; Pancreatic
Specimen Type
Stool
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01031
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
3-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-1 g Stool
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Collect undiluted feces in clean, dry sterile leak-proof container. Do not add fixative or preservative.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp=7 Days; Refrigerated=7 Days; Frozen=1 Year
Rejection Criteria
Specimens collected in formalin, MF, SAF, or PVA; Cary-blair media
Test Volume Required
1 gm Stool
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 gm Stool
CPT Codes
82656
Revised
01-26-20
Initials
SL