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Alternate Names
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Faecal Haemoglobin, Faecal Haemoglobin, Occult Blood, FOB |
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Test Code
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FIT |
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Testing Laboratory
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Immunology |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Patient dietary restriction is not required. |
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Collection Instructions
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- Collect fresh stool sample in a brown top specimen jar - stable at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Three separate stool collections are recommended.
- Patients should be asked to take care that faeces samples are not contaminated by menstrual blood or urine.
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store ambient at room temperature |
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Testing Frequency
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Twice per week |
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Min Test Volume
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None |
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Add On Test Suitability
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This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability. |
