FECAL OCCULT BLOOD (FIT)

Synonyms: iFOBT; Occult Blood, Fecal, Immunoassay
Computer Code: (FOBI)
Specimen Collection: Instruct patient to follow kit/physician instruction. Stool in Polymedco OC Auto Sampling Bottle.
Minimum Volume: Covered probe
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Maintain polymedco OC auto sampling bottle at room temp.
Reference Values: See reference laboratory report.
Lab Code: Send Out
Requisition: SPEC C
Test Frequency: NA
Routine TAT: 8 days
Stat TAT:
CPT Code(s): 82274
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII