Methodology
Imunoassay
Synonyms
Rotazyme
Specimen Type
Stool
Performing Lab
RCHSD Microbiology
Epic ID
LAB788
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1 day
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
Minimum pea size portion fresh or frozen stool (1 gram)
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
Submit fresh stool in a sterile screw-capped container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Specimen can be refrigerated 24 hours, or frozen up to 7 days before submitting to the laboratory.
Rejection Criteria
Containers with preservatives or media.
Test Volume Required
1 ml or 1 gram fresh refrigerated or frozen stool
Minimum Test Volume
0.5 ml or 0.5 gram refrigerated or frozen stool
Processing Instructions
Refer to microbiology processing manual
CPT Codes
87425
Revised
08-04-17