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Gastric Occult Blood

Test Code
OCCGAS


Alias/See Also
Gastroccult


CPT Codes
82271

Preferred Specimen
2 drops of gastric fluid.


Transport Container
Gastroccult card


Transport Temperature
Room Temperature


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 5 days on the card.  Specimen must be placed on the card within 2 hours of collection.


Methodology
Guaiac

Setup Schedule
Set up on receipt.


Report Available
Stat 30 minutes, routine 3 hours.




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.