| Synonyms:
| Fecal Fat, Qualitative |
| Specimen: | Stool; 5 grams or 5 mL of fresh stool in a clean leak proof container.
This is a qualitative test and is performed on a random specimen. Quantitative measurement of fecal fat requires collection of a 72 hour stool specimen. |
| Volume: | 5 gm or 5 mL |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 gm or 1 mL |
| Collection: | Transport specimen to the laboratory as soon as possible. Maintain at room temperature or refrigerate at 2-8°C if testing is delayed significantly.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Preserved stool; Barium contamination; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | Total fats: <100 droplets/HPF; Neutral Fats: <60 droplets HPF |
| Methodology: | Microscopy with Sudan III stain |
| Test Use: | Aid in the diagnosis of steatorrhea |
| Additional Information: | This is a qualitative test and is performed on a random specimen. Quantitative measurement of fecal fat requires collection of a 72 hour stool specimen. |
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| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |