Investigation of suspected Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Calprotectin is measured in a stool sample by ELISA. Calprotectin is excreted in excess into the intestinal lumen during inflammatory processes and can act as a marker for inflammatory diseases of the lower gastrointestinal tract.
Tube
Brown top universal with spoon
ID
3609
Availability
Mon-Fri, 8.30am-5pm
Additional information
This test should only be used according to the Leeds Map of Medicine change in bowel habit (CIBH) pathway as a guide to differentiate between IBD and IBS. This test is currently not included on the UKAS scope of accreditation.
Turn around
14 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Samples should be collected as soon as possible after the onset of symptoms.
Sample REQ
A minimum 2g of faecal sample is required.
IP Routine TAT
14 days
GP Routine TAT
14 days