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HelpTest Code IFOBT OCCULT BLOOD, STOOL, IMMUNOASSAY SCREENING (FIT - NOT GUAIAC CARD)
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | IFOBT |
| EPIC | LAB10790 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Screening for colorectal cancer in the absence of signs, symptoms, conditions, or complaints associated with gastrointestinal blood loss i.e. the detection of human hemoglobin in feces.
This automated immunoassay test requires no dietary restrictions and only requires one sample from a single stool specimen.
Method Name
Immunoassay (IA)
Reference Values
Negative
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Stool
Preferred Container
OC-Auto Micro 80 Sample Collection Device
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. Inoculate OC-Auto Micro 80 Sample collection device immediately upon specimen collection.
2. Inoculated specimen is stable at room temperature or refrigerated for 15 days in the device.
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Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Stool
Refrigerated: 15 Days
Room Temp: 15 Days
Note: Please ensure expiration date on device has not been exceeded prior to collection.
Specimen must be inoculated immediately upon collection. Raw stool specimens received must be
rejected.
Specimen is stable (i.e. with stool) in the OC-Auto Micro 80 sample collection device for 15 days either refrigerated at 2-8 degrees or at room temperature. Without specimen, the collection device is good until expiration date printed on the device.
Add On Capable
Not Permitted
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 82274 | Blood, Occult, by Fecal Hemoglobin Determination by Immunassay, Qualitative, 1-3 Simultaneous Determinations | |
| G0328 | Colorectal Cancer Screening, Fecal Occult Blood Test, Immunoassay, 1-3 Simultaneous | Government Payers, if Applicable |
Keywords
FECAL
FECAL OCCULT BLOOD
FIT
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
29771-3
Rejection Information
Stool that was not inocculated into device immediately upon specimen collection.