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Fecal Calprotectin

Order Code
11490
CPT
83993
Test Details
Synonyms

CALP

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Particle enhanced turbidimetric immunoassay

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Biomarker for intestinal inflammation. Used to distinguish IBD from IBS.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 gram

Specimen Container

Sterile/clean screw capped container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 3 days
Order Code
11490
CPT
83993
Test Details
Synonyms

CALP

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Particle enhanced turbidimetric immunoassay

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Biomarker for intestinal inflammation. Used to distinguish IBD from IBS.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 gram

Specimen Container

Sterile/clean screw capped container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 3 days