Fecal Fat, Qualitative

Test Code: TD_7040
CPT Code(s): 82705

$19

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Qualitative stool fecal fat
Stool for fat, qualitative
Sudan black stain for stool

Test Includes

Fecal Fat, Qualitative

Methodology

Microscopic stain

Rejection Criteria

Diapers
Samples submitted in preservative

Reference Range(s)

Normal

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Stool collection container

Minimum Volume

1 gram stool

Sample Stability

1 hour room temperature
4 days refrigerated
2 weeks frozen

Transport Temperature

Frozen

Collection Instructions

5 grams random stool in a stool collection container with no preservative. Freeze within 1 hour of collection.
When multiple tests are ordered, submit separate sample for this test.

Alternative Specimen

N/A