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HelpTest Code FPHFL pH, Fecal
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Stool container
Specimen Volume: 5 g
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random unpreserved fecal specimen
2. Send frozen
Note: Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Secondary ID
57309Method Name
Colorimetric Indicator paper
Reporting Name
pH, FecalSpecimen Type
FecalSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 g
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fecal | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis: | Reject |
| Thawing: | Cold OK; Warm reject |
| Diapers | Reject |
| Specimens containing barium | Reject |
| Specimens in media or preservatives | Reject |
| Grossly bloody specimens | Reject |
Reference Values
5.0-8.5
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
ARUP LaboratoriesCPT Code Information
83986
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FPHFL | pH, Fecal | 2755-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z2646 | pH, Fecal | 2755-7 |