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Fecal Occult Blood Test

Test Code
1235600251


Alias/See Also
FIT


CPT Codes
82270

Preferred Specimen
3 fecal slides from 3 separate bowel movements.


Patient Preparation
Limitations: Patients should not collect samples:
3 days before, during or after menstrual period.
If the patient has hemorrhoids or if there is blood in their urine.
If the patient has open cuts on their hands or if straining occurs during bowel movements.

Instructions
Follow the instructions included in the collection kit.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Performing Laboratory
Lourdes Hospital Lab



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.