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Reducing Substance-Feces

Test Code
RSF


CPT Codes
84376

Preferred Specimen

Stool



Minimum Volume
Small Amount


Transport Container

Sterile Specimen Container



Transport Temperature
Room Temp or 2-8 degrees Celsius


Methodology
Clinitest

Setup Schedule

Daily on Receipt



Report Available
Upon Completion of Analysis


Limitations
Other Reducing Substances, if present, will react to give positive results


Reference Range

Trace (250 mg/dL) or less



Clinical Significance

Aids in the diagnosis of Malabsorption Syndrome





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.