Faecal Haemolglobin (FIT FOB)

Pathology category

Biochemistry

Code

FIT

Referral code

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Test information

For patients who have symptoms suggestive of colorectal cancer (as per NICE DG56)

Please note: This test is not UKAS accredited. Quality control procedures are in place to verify the quality of results and are reviewed by a qualified Biomedical Scientist.

Guidelines

https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/dg56

Pre-analytical

Sample packs available to GP surgeries via usual ordering mechanism

This contains the sample collection device, plastic wallet and envelope. For more information see: Faecal immunochemical test

Samples in collection pack should be returned to the GP surgery or directly to the laboratory within 24 hours of collection (samples are stable for 3-4 days at room temperature)

Reference range

<10ug/g

Tube type

Tube type info

Specialised sample container

Special requirements

Minimum volume

Assay frequency

Run every weekday

TAT Inpatient (urgent)

TAT Inpatient

7 days

TAT GP/Outpatient

7 days

Referral lab

Local, Clinical Biochemistry