Fat, Feces, Qualitative, Random Collection
| Abbrev Code: | SFAT | ||
| Order Code: | LAB390 | Order Name: | Fat Stool Qualitative, Random |
| Synonyms: | Fecal Fat, Qualitative; Fatty Acid, Stool; Fecal Fat Stain | ||
| Methodology: | Microscopy/Stain | ||
| CPT Codes: | 82705 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 3 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Feces, random collection |
| Optimal Volume: | 5 gram |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 gram |
| Container: | Plastic leakproof container, sterile for INPATIENT COLLECTION ONLY |
| Patient Preparation: | No use of mineral oils, barium, creams applied to perineum (e.g., baby lotions). |
| Causes for Rejection: | Specimen in media or preservatives. Diapers. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Store in freezer. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship on dry ice. |
| Stability: | 1 hour at room temperature; 2 weeks refrigerated or frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 20385 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Normal. Neutral fats include the monoglycerides, diglycerides and triglycerides while split fats are the free fatty acids that are liberated from them. Impaired synthesis or secretion of pancreatic enzymes or bile may cause an increase in neutral fats while an increase in split fats suggests impaired absorption of nutrients. |
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