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FECAL LEUKOCYTES (088-0050) Synonyms: Fecal WBC; Gram Stain, feces CPT 4 Code: 87205 Test Order Mnemonic: C WBC Test Includes: Observation of leukocytes in gram stain preparation Lab: Bacteriology Request Form: Microbiology Collection: Collect feces in a sterile container. Collection of fecal swab is acceptable. Storage Instructions: Refrigerate. Causes for Rejection: Leaking specimen, submission of more than one specimen per day, formed specimens Availability: Samples are accepted 24 hours per day at the Microbiology Processing Laboratory, Room 5.137 McCullough. Turnaround Time: 1 day Special Instructions: The test can be ordered only once per day unless approved by a Microbiology Director or designee. Specimen: Feces Minimum Volume: 2 ml Container: Clean, leak-proof container Test Method: Gram Stain Revised/reviewed 07/25/2008 by T. Friloux |
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