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Occult Blood Vomitus Profile

Message
It is recommended that samples be tested immediately after collection.


Test Code
VOM


Instructions
"A gastric aspirate obtained by nasogastric intubation or vomitus are suitable samples for the Gastroccult ® test card.
Testing Frequency: 24/7"


Transport Container
SPC, Specimen Container


Transport Temperature
As soon as possible


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability:


Methodology
Gastroccult ® test card.



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.