Test Directory
| Test Code | ||||
| CALPR | ||||
| Test Name | ||||
| Calprotectin, Fecal | ||||
| CPT Codes | ||||
| 83993 | ||||
| Expected Turnaround Time | ||||
| 3 - 5 days | ||||
| Clinical Utility | ||||
| Can aid in the diagnosis and differentiation of inflammatory bowel diseases. | ||||
| Specimen and Container Info | ||||
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Specimen Type: Stool Collection Containers: Plastic Container (Preservative Free)
Minimum Acceptable Volume: 5 grams Note: This volume does not allow for repeat testing. |
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| Transport Instructions | ||||
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Transport to the laboratory refrigerated. |
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| Stability Requirements | ||||
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| Causes for Rejection | ||||
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Stool in media or preservatives is unacceptable. |
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| Methodology | ||||
| Quantitative Chemiluminescent Immunoassay | ||||
| Reference Intervals | ||||
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Calprotectin Concentration Result <50 ug/g Normal 50-120 ug/g Borderline >120 ug/g Elevated Re-evaluation of borderline fecal calprotectin levels after 4-6 weeks is recommended to determine the inflammatory status. This decision should be made by the clinician in conjunction with the patient's clinical symptoms, medical history, and other clinical and laboratory findings. |
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| Performing Location | ||||
| Roble Road Core Laboratory | ||||
| Testing Schedule | ||||
| Routine, 3 times per week | ||||
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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