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Test ID NBLD0033 Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, Random, Feces

Useful For

Diagnosing protein-losing enteropathies, especially when used in conjunction with serum alpha-1-antitrypsin (AAT) levels as a part of AAT clearance studies

Specimen Type

Fecal


Ordering Guidance


The preferred test for diagnosing protein-losing enteropathies is A1AFS / Alpha-1-Antitrypsin Clearance, Feces and Serum.



Specimen Required


Supplies:

-Stool container, Small (Random), 4 oz (T288)

-Stool Collection Kit, Random (T635)

Container/Tube: Stool container

Specimen Volume: 5 g

Collection Instructions: Collect a random fecal specimen.


Specimen Minimum Volume

Homogenized Stool: 1 mL

Reject Due To

Feces collected in any preservative or fixative Reject

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Fecal Frozen (preferred) 14 days
  Ambient  14 days
  Refrigerated  14 days

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

1 to 3 days

Method Name

Nephelometry

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

CPT Code Information

82103

Reporting Name

Alpha-1-Antitrypsin, Random, F

Reference Values

≤54 mg/dL

Test Classification

This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Secondary ID

182
Sanford Laboratories - Fargo Additional Information:

SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION

Result Code Result Code Description
13038 A1-Antitrypsin, Random, F