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Fecal Pancreatic Elastase Stool

Order Code
1223009
CPT
82656
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA)

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

3 times weekly

Test Overview

Stool test for pancreatic elastase. Noninvasive test for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 g

Specimen Container

Sterile screw capped container (No preservative)

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 7 days
Order Code
1223009
CPT
82656
Test Details
TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA)

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

3 times weekly

Test Overview

Stool test for pancreatic elastase. Noninvasive test for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1 g

Specimen Container

Sterile screw capped container (No preservative)

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 7 days