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Panigera Stool — Qualitative (Deprecated)

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 17, 2026

This historical qualitative stool test is marked as deprecated and may no longer be offered or recommended by laboratories.

Quick summary

["A stool test that reports whether a target substance is present, but the assay is no longer current."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
15933-5
Short code
Deprecated PAN IgE RAST Ql
Synonyms
Deprecated PAN IgE RAST Ql
Category
liver
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Ref low
10
Ref high
40
Critical range
— – 500 N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
CPT
84484
SNOMED
302774002
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

This is a qualitative test performed on a stool sample. It was designed to report whether a particular target substance was present rather than providing a measured concentration. The Panigera test is marked as deprecated, meaning it may no longer be available for routine use.

Why might I need this test?

Qualitative stool testing may be used to evaluate substances related to digestive conditions, malabsorption, infection, or bleeding, depending on the analyte being detected. Because this test is deprecated and its exact target cannot be confirmed from the abbreviated name, a clinician should determine whether a current test is more appropriate.

How is the test performed?

A stool specimen would be collected and examined using the laboratory's test method. A qualitative result is generally reported as positive, negative, or sometimes indeterminate, indicating whether the target was detected.

How do I prepare for the test?

Preparation depends on the laboratory's collection instructions and may include avoiding antibiotics or other substances that could affect the result. If this test was ordered, ask the laboratory for specific stool-collection and timing instructions before providing the sample.

Reference range

Adult: 10-40 U/LN/A

Specimen: serum

No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

◆Associated findings1

Short name

Qualitative stool test

Frequently asked questions

Why is this test marked as deprecated?
Deprecated means the test is no longer considered current and may have been replaced by a newer assay. A clinician or laboratory can identify an appropriate alternative based on the reason for testing.
What does a qualitative stool result mean?
It reports whether a target substance was detected rather than giving a numeric amount. Results are commonly expressed as positive, negative, or indeterminate.
Should I order or repeat this test?
Contact the ordering clinician before repeating it, especially if the result will guide treatment. The laboratory can confirm whether the test is still available and recommend a current replacement if needed.
  1. 1
    MedlinePlus — Laboratory TestsSource
  2. 2
    Lab Tests OnlineSource
  3. 3
    Mayo Clinic — Tests & ProceduresSource

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