Reducing Substances
Label Mnemonic: REDUF
Epic code: LAB3975
Downtime form: A-1a Doctor/Provider Orders - Pathology Core and Specialty Care Nursery
Commercial Mailout Laboratory
6240-8 RCP
356-8593
Specimen(s):
Feces
Collection Medium:
Sterile Container
Minimum:
Recommended Minimum: 5 g stool
Absolute Minimum: 1 g stool
Rejection Criteria:
Diapers. Stool containing barium. Specimens in media or preservatives.
Delivery Instructions:
Deliver to laboratory immediately after collection. Critical to freeze immediately.
Turn Around Time:
1-2 days upon receipt at reference laboratory
Reference Range:
Normal

Note: Normal = negative or trace. Abnormal = 1+ through 4+
Methodology:
Qualitative Colorimetry
CPT Code:
84376
 
See Additional Information:
Specimens Requiring Immediate Delivery