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HelpTest Code FECFAT Fecal Fat Qualitative
Additional Codes
ARUP 20385
Epic LAB8021
Specimen Type
Random stool
Preferred Collection Container
Sterile Cup
Collection Instructions
Do not submit specimen in a diaper
Collection Volume
5 g
Minimum Collection Volume
1 g
Testing Volume
1 g
Rejection Criteria
Diapers. Specimens in media or preservatives.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Ambient: 12 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 2 weeks
Performing Lab
ARUP
Methodology
Qualitative Microscopy/Stain
CPT
82705
Transport
Refrigerated to NCL, frozen from NCL to ARUP
Turn Around Time
2-3 days
Lab Department
Referred Testing
Stat Availability
No