Stool WBC

Specimen:

Test Code

SWBCR

Specimen Name

Stool WBC

Collect

Sterile Container

Submit

5 mLs or 5 grams

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

Refrigerated 48 hours or Frozen 72 hours

Methodology

Performed

Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-2 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 83630

Components

Additional Information

Breast-fed babies require alternative testing by gram stain method due to human milk containing lactoferrin which may cause false positive results. Add in order comment 'breast-fed baby, test by gram stain method'.

Disclaimer:

It is preferable to locate tests on the website and not rely on printed test information, which may soon be out of date.
Updated test information can only be guaranteed by using this website.

Choose the Right Test

Test Information

How to Label Your Sample

  • Label Your Test 1
  • Label Your Test 2
  • Label Your Test 3
  • Label Your Test 4
  • Label Your Test 5

Common Test Phrases

  • Label Your Test 1
  • Label Your Test 2
  • Label Your Test 3
  • Label Your Test 4
  • Label Your Test 5

Common Lab Definitions

  • Serum 
  • Plasma 
  • STT