Test Code OCCBL DX Occult Blood Immunoassay Diagnostic
Cerner Test Code
OccBld Dx
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Green collection device
Processing Instructions
Stool specimen needs to be placed in the green top cassette within 4 hours of collection. Once in the cassette, the specimen is stable for 15 days at Room Temperature and 30 days refrigerated. If stool is not placed in the cassette within the 4 hours of collection, an alternative card method can be run on stool less than 24 hours old.
Performed Test Frequency
Everyday
CPT(s)
82274
Methodology
Latex agglutination
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology