Q555

Test CODE NAME

Q555

Potassium, Fecal

Methodology: Quantitative Ion-Selective Electrode
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: 3-4 days
Specimen Required: Collect: 24-hour OR Random Stool . 
Specimen Preparation: Transfer a 5 g stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial 
Mix 24-hour collection well. Do not add saline or water to liquefy specimen. 
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. 
Unacceptable Conditions: Formed or viscous stool. 
Stability: Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month
Note: This test is approved for NY . 
Performing Lab 
ARUP Laboratory
CPT Code(s): 84999