Occult Bld Fecal Immunoassay (FIT)

Department: Virology
Test Synonym(s): LAB694, FIT, Occult Blood Fecal Immunoassay, Fecal Immuno Occult Blood
CPT Codes: 82274
Methodology: Fecal Occult Blood by Immunoassay
Tube Type: Special collection kit/mailer (FIT Kit)
Specimen: Stool
Alternate Specimen: None
Temperature: Refrigerated (2-8 Degrees C)
Stability: 2-8 degrees C: 30 days; Room temperature: 15 days
Days Performed: Monday - Friday
Times Performed: Batched Mornings
TAT: Monday - Friday with results available same day
Special Instructions: To order collection kits: VUMC Clinics: call 615-875-5227; VPLS Clients: call 1-800-551-5227, opt.3

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