Fecal Fat, Qualitiative

Test Code
FECFAT


CPT Codes
82705

Preferred Specimen
2.0 mL or gms of stool


Minimum Volume
1.0 mL or gms of stool


Transport Container
Screw top container


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature: 1 hour
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 30 days​


Methodology
Stain

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Reports in 24 hours.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.