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Osmolality Fecal

Order Code
120071
CPT
84999
Test Details
Synonyms

Fecal Osmolality

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Freezing point depression

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures stool osmolality. Helps evaluate osmotic vs secretory diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Liquid stool Frozen

Volume

15 mL

Specimen Container

Small plastic 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

Stool sample must be collected without addition of water. Do NOT use large paint can.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support
Order Code
120071
CPT
84999
Test Details
Synonyms

Fecal Osmolality

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Freezing point depression

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Measures stool osmolality. Helps evaluate osmotic vs secretory diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Liquid stool Frozen

Volume

15 mL

Specimen Container

Small plastic 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

Stool sample must be collected without addition of water. Do NOT use large paint can.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Frozen Contact Technical Support