ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

0020385: Fat, Fecal Qualitative

Test Mnemonic: FECFAT
Methodology: Microscopic/Stain/Heat

Performed: Sun-Sat

Reported: Within 24 hours

Specimen Required:  
Collect: Random stool.

Transport: 5 g aliquot of random stool in a clean unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910), frozen. (Min: 1 g) 

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens submitted in any transport media or preservatives.

Stability: Ambient: 1 hour; Refrigerated: 96 hours; Frozen: 2 weeks

Reference Interval:
Normal

CPT Code(s):
82705

 

 

 
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