Article Overview

This article provides a short overview of a CPT laboratory code related to fecal lactoferrin testing. It explains the general clinical context for the test, why a separate code was added, and how the topic relates to gastrointestinal inflammation, laboratory analysis, and monitoring of patient status. The article is useful for coders, billing staff, and clinical personnel who need a high-level understanding of the code’s scope and its relationship to other testing approaches.