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HelpTest Code LAB812 OCCULT BLOOD GASTRIC FLUID
Additional Codes
Internal: 11259
External: OBG
Beaker: LAB812
PERFORMED AT
SBH LABORATORY
SRH LABORATORY
SMH LABORATORY
SPH LABORATORY
HDH LABORATORY
Specimen Requirements
Container Type: Sterile container
Specimen Type: Gastric fluid
Preferred Volume: 1 mL
Emergency Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Processing: Transport ASAP. Store and transport at room temperature.
Unacceptable conditions: Samples not stored at room temperature. Samples received greater than 24 hours from collection.
Stability:
| Temperature | Time |
|---|---|
| Room Temp | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | Not acceptable |
| Frozen (-20øC) | Not acceptable |
Methods
Guaiac
Synonyms
Hemoglobin, Body Fluid; Blood, Body Fluid
CPT Codes / Price Quote Code / Billing Information
82271
Department
Hematology
Test Schedule
Daily & STAT
Turnaround Time
24 hours