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Faecal Calprotectin

Laboratory:

Clinical Biochemistry

Test Code:

FCN (old code FCL)

Medicare rebatable:

Specimen Types:

Faeces

Container Types:

Faecal Collection Kit

Adults Volume or Mass:

1 g

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

1 g

Collection & Request Instructions:

Collect at ambient temperature
Retrospective testing not possible.

Collect stool specimens into a clean airtight container with no preservative. Deliver sample to the laboratory or collection centre immediately on the day of collection. Sample is stable at room temperature for up to 6 hours or at 2-8°C for up to 72 hours.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature
Send to lab immediately

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