Test Overview
Test Methodology
Qualitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Test Usage
A positive result is indicative of the presence of lactoferrin, a marker for fecal leukocytes. Do not use to diagnose inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS); may be used for monitoring IBD activity.
Reference Range *
Negative
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Limitations
A negative result does not exclude the presence of intestinal inflammation.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Daily
Analytic Time
3 - 8 days
Soft Order Code
FLACF
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo FLACF (ARUP 0061164)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection
Collect random stool specimen. Refrigerate (preferred) or freeze.
Normal Volume
5 grams
Minimum Volume
1 gram
Storage Temperature
Refrigerate or Freeze 7 days.
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories; performed by ARUP Laboratories.
Billing
CPT Code
83630
Fee Code
AA506