Pancreatic Elastase, Mayo, RefLab
Alternate Names
Fecal elastase
SoftLab Order Code
ELASF
Epic Order Name
Pancreatic Elastase, Mayo, RefLab
Epic Order ID
LAB4194
Laboratory
Reference lab
Additional Test Information
Testing cannot be added on to previously submitted samples
Sample Type
Feces
Collection Container
Sterile container
Collecting Volume
5g
Minimum Collecting Volume
1g
Storage or Stability
Frozen - Sample is stable 72 hours ambient or refrigerated but must be frozen for transport to the referral lab
Causes for Rejection
Specimens collected from diapers
Patient Preparation
Collect a fresh random fecal specimen, no preservatives.
Instructions
- Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered, with the exception of CALPR / Calprotectin, Feces. If only a single specimen is collected, it must be split prior to transport to Mayo.
- Single samples may be submitted by the patient. Please place any additional test labels on the cup or in the bag with the specimen. The specimen can be separated upon receipt at the Raleigh Reference lab.
- Testing cannot be added on to a previously collected specimen once submitted to Mayo.