Pathology tests database

Sample and container requirements

Stool pot

Minimum volume required

1 g faeces

Special requirements

Samples should be frozen promptly and transported to our laboratory on dry ice. Alternatively a saline extract can be made, filtered, and transported to our laboratory at ambient temperature.

Patient preparation

None

Sample viability

Turnaround time

14 days

Reference range

Please refer to report for reference ranges.

Clinical guidance

Please follow the link below to the referral laboratory website for more information: https://www.swlpath.nhs.uk/tests-database/faecal-alpha1-antitrypsin/

Notes

Sent to St George's Hospital, London