Reducing Substances, Stool
Test Mnemonic
STRED
CPT Codes
- 84376 - QTY (1)
- 82945 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
11060-1
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
FDA Category
Laboratory Developed Test
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 g | Stool | Clean container | Frozen |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 g |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
| Refrigerated | 1 week |
| Ambient | Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
2 - 3 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Colorimetry |
Reference Range
Special Info
Samples in preservatives or media will be rejected. Diapers are unacceptable. Stool containing barium is unacceptable. This test is New York DOH approved.
Clinical Info
A normal result is negative or trace. An abnormal result is 1+ through 4+.