Lactoferrin, Quantitative, Stool

Test Name

Lactoferrin, Quantitative, Stool

Alternate Description

Fecal Lactoferrin, Quantitative

LIS Code

LACTOF

Lab Section

Specimen Processing Area

Fluid Type

Stool

Specimen Tube Type Transport

1 g Stool in a sterile, leak-proof plastic container.

Summary Test Name

Lactoferrin, Quantitative, Stool

Specimen Preparation Outreach

Patients may collect stool and hold at room temperature until it can be properly frozen. The time held at room temperature must not exceed 48 hours from time of collection.

Minimum Volume

0.3 g

Additional Test Information

Do not add fixative or preservative.
Stool MUST be frozen within 48 hours of collection.