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Lactoferrin, Feces
Test ID: LACTO F
Test
Aliases/Synonyms
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Report Includes
Lactoferrin
Specimens
Feces
Clinical Utility
The lactoferrin IBD-scan is a quantitative enzyme linked immunosorbent assay for measuring concentrations of fecal lactoferrin, a marker for leukocytes. An elevated level is an indicator of intestinal inflammation. The test can be used as an in vitro diagnostic aid to distinguish patients with active Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) from those with non-inflammatory irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
19-Sep-2022
Specimen
Specimens
Feces
Collection Containers
Sterile Container
Sample Volume
1.0 g
Minimum Volume
0.3 g
Patient Preparation
The following patient samples should be excluded from use in the test: patients with a history of diarrhea (within 6 months), and patients having had a colostomy and or ileostomy within 1 month.
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect undiluted feces in clean, dry, sterile, leak-proof container. Do not add fixative or preservative. Specimen must be frozen within 48 hours of collection. 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.
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
|---|---|
| Frozen | 21 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Collected with preservative or fixative or media |
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Test Version
19-Sep-2022
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Immunoassay (IA)
Turnaround Time
8 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lactoferrin | mcg/mL |
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Test Location
Quest Diagnostics, California USA
Test Version
19-Sep-2022
Interface / Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|
| LACTO F | 63040LACTOFERRIN, QN, STOOL | mcg/mL |
Test Version
19-Sep-2022