Calprotectin, Stool

Test Code
CALP


Alias/See Also
SQL test code 901806


CPT Codes
83993

Instructions
1 gram of raw stool in a sterile screw-cap container (sterile container).
See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Stability Frozen 30 days, Ref 72 hours.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Do not place in preservative, transport media or swab.


Additional Information
Calprotectin, Stool


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.