Fat, Fecal Qualitative
Order Name
Fat Qual Fec
Test Number: 5613581
Revision Date 12/10/2022
Test Number: 5613581
Revision Date 12/10/2022
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
|---|---|---|
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Fat, Fecal Qualitative
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Microscopy |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 3g (0.5g) | Stool, Random | Sterile Screwtop Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Notes: 0.5 g (Note: This volume Does NOT allow for repeat testing.) Specimen Type: Plastic screw-cap vial Specimen Storage: Refrigerate at 2(degrees)C to 8(degrees)C. Specimen Collection: Do NOT contaminate outside of container; do not overfill container. Specimen Stability: Ambient: 14 days, Refrigerated : 14 days, Frozen: 14 days |
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| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 3 - 6 days |
| Clinical Use | Useful for the evaluation of persons with intestinal malabsorption and investigation of suspected laxative abuse. |
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 001677 |
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 001677 |
| CPT Code(s) | 82705 |
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |