Test Code APT APT Test, Stool
Performing Laboratory
ChristianaCare-Newark Campus
Methodology
APT-Downey Test
Specimen Requirements
Container/Tube: Screw-capped, clean container
Specimen: 1 g of visibily bloody stool
Collection Instructions:
Note: Label container with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, or financial number. Date and time of collection, collector’s initials, and type of specimen are also required.
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Routine Turnaround Time: 4 hours
STAT Turnaround Time: not available