Specimen Requirements

Collect

24-hour or random liquid stool

24-hour Collection: Freeze partially filled containers during the collection period. Continue to add stool to the container until it reaches the fill line or the defined collection duration is completed. Collect using the Kit, Fecal Fat, Stool (ARUP Supply #28077).  Multiple collection containers may be required.

Specimen Preparation

24-hour Collection: Transport the entire collection in the original collection kit. (Min: 5 g) Do not add saline or water to liquefy specimen. Indicate time and volume.

Random Collection: Transfer 5 g stool to unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910). Min: 5 g. Do not add saline or water to liquefy specimen. Indicate time and volume.

Unacceptable Conditions

Formed or viscous stools.