Referred Tests
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Test ID: FQPPS
Porphyrins, Feces
Testing Algorithm 
Delineates situations when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
The following algorithms are available in Special Instructions:
Specimen Type Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Specimen Required Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Container/Tube: Stool container (T291)
Specimen Volume: Entire collection (48, 72, or 96 hour). 24-Hour collection is adequate if the collection volume is approximately 100 g.
Collection Instructions:
1. Patient should be instructed to refrain from red meat and aspirin-containing medications for 3 days prior to, as well as during, specimen collection. Compliance should be indicated.
2. No barium, laxatives, or enemas may be used within 24 hours of starting the collection.
Additional Information:
1. Length of collection period is required.
2. Specimens smaller than 100 g may not provide interpretable results.
3. Include a list of medications the patient is currently taking.
Special Instructions Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Inborn Errors of Metabolism Test Request (T798) with the specimen.
Specimen Minimum Volume Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the Testing Laboratory
Reject Due To Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
Specimen Stability Information Provides a description of the temperatures required to transport a specimen to the performing laboratory, alternate acceptable temperatures are also included
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fecal | Frozen (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |