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Test Code FITDIAG Fecal Immunochemical Qualitative Diagnostic

Important Note

USE FIT TEST KIT ONLY,

Testing is done for the purpose of screening for colorectal cancer in the absence of signs, symptoms, conditions, or complaints associated with gastrointestinal blood loss.

Specimens cannot be processed without a provider order and complete patient & provider information.

Methodology

IMMUNOCHEMICAL ASSAY

Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:

Specimen Volume: Entire Specimen

Collection Instructions:

   OUTPATIENT:

Medical Staff Instructions

The Guide for Colorectal Cancer Screening Form

    INPATIENT/NURSING HOMES:

             Medical Staff Instructions

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday, batched

Maximum Laboratory Time

24 to 48 hours

Specimen Stability

Ambient             15 days

Refrigerated      30 days

Frozen                NO

Reference Values

Not Detected

Performing Laboratory

Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82274

G0328 - Medicare