Elastase, Fecal
Abbrev Code: | ELASF | ||
Order Code: | LAB8156 | Order Name: | Elastase, Fecal |
Synonyms: | Pancreatic Elastase 1 | ||
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 82653 x1, 82653 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Performed twice a week. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Feces, random |
Optimal Volume: | 5 g |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 g |
Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile |
Patient Preparation: | Interruption of enzyme substitution therapy recommended in order to avoid the possibility of cross-reaction with porcine enzymes. |
Causes for Rejection: | Stool in media or preservative. Swabs. |
Processing and Shipping
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Stability: | 1 week refrigerated; 1 year frozen. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | UM Specialty Core/Prot/Endo (Liaison D) |
Interpretive
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Use: | Screen for exocrine pancreatic insufficiency |
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