Test Directory
| Test Code | ||||
| SELAS | ||||
| Test Name | ||||
| Elastase, Stool | ||||
| CPT Codes | ||||
| 82653 | ||||
| Expected Turnaround Time | ||||
| 3 - 5 days | ||||
| Clinical Utility | ||||
| Can aid in the diagnosis of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. | ||||
| 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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| Methodology | ||||
| Chemiluminescent Immunoassay | ||||
| Reference Intervals | ||||
| 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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