Electrolytes, Fecal
Also known as: FEC LYTES
Use
The Electrolytes, Fecal test is used to measure the concentration of electrolytes such as sodium, potassium, and chloride in a fecal sample. It helps in diagnosing conditions that affect electrolyte absorption and fluid secretion in the intestines. The information provided by this test can assist in diagnosing chronic diarrhea and other gastrointestinal disorders that affect the balance of electrolytes.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration; it was developed and its performance characteristics were determined by ARUP Laboratories. The test is performed in a CLIA certified laboratory for clinical purposes. Reference intervals have not been established for fecal specimens, which may limit the interpretability of the test results in some clinical contexts.
New York Approved
Methodology
Automated Analyzer
Biomarkers
Chloride, Stool
AnalytePotassium, Stool
AnalyteSodium, Stool
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 15207-4 - Sodium Stl-sCnc
- 15202-5 - Potassium Stl-sCnc
- 15158-9 - Chloride Stl-sCnc
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Stool
Volume
5 g
Minimum Volume
1 g
Container
Unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910)
Collection Instructions
Collect 24-hour or random liquid stool. Mix well and transfer a 5 g aliquot of stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated.
Causes for Rejection
Formed or viscous stool.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | 1 week |
| Frozen | 1 month |
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