Calprotectin Immunoassay, Stool

Message
Patient Preparation: Patient Stool Collection InstructionsAmbulatory Transport Temperature to Inova Central Lab: Refrigerated Specimen Stability: 4 days


Test Code
LAB3035 Calprotectin


Alias/See Also
Calprotectin


CPT Codes
83993

Instructions
Preferred Testing Volume: 5 grams unpreserved stoolMinimum Testing Volume: 1 gram unpreserved stool Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Send sample in sterile container . Minimum Testing Volume: 1 gram Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 72 hoursRefrigerated : 4 daysFrozen: 3 months Causes for Rejection: Specimens improperly labeled, submitted in an inappropriate transport container or insufficient volumes.Performing Lab: Inova Central Lab


Report Available
3-Days


Clinical Significance
1230130533



Last Updated: May 18, 2026


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