Specimen:

Stool

Collection Medium:

Minimum:

Stool specimen in a nonmetal container.  Hard, formed stools
unsatisfactory.

Testing
Schedule:

0700-1630, 7 days a week, including holidays.

Analytic Time:

24 hours (upon receipt in laboratory)

Comments:

Test is run daily.

Methodology:

EIA antigen detection

Sample
Processing:

Submit in leakproof container.

Sample
Storage:

Refrigerate up to 24 hours.

Transport
Instructions:

Coolant packs up to 8 hours.
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.

Instructions:

If greater than 24 hour transport time, freeze specimen and transport 
on dry ice.

CPT Code:

87425