Biochemistry

Full details for "Calprotectin".

Name

Calprotectin

Alternative name/Profile

Calpro

Department

Biochemistry

Investigation

Faecal calprotectin is a protein found in the cytoplasm of neutrophils. Upon activation due to intestinal inflammation, cell contents are released into the stool. In clinical practice it is a useful marker of gastrointestinal inflammation, and is helpful in distinguishing between IBD and IBS, and in triaging the requirement for endoscopy

Specimen type

Random Stool Sample to be refrigerated within 1 day Faecal aspirates are not acceptable

Sample type

Sample container & volume

Universal container / 5mL

Frequency of analysis

Weekly

Turnaround time

2 Working Days

Availability

Calprotectin only available to St James Patients

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