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Fat In Urine
Test CodeFATU
CPT Codes
89125
Preferred Specimen
Fresh Random Urine
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Transport Container
Fresh random urine, collected in a clean, fat free container (waxed cardboard containers are not suitable)
Transport Temperature
Room Temp or 2-8 degrees Celsius
Specimen Stability
24 Hours at Room Temperature, 7 Days when stored at 2-8 Degrees, Celsius
Methodology
Manual
Setup Schedule
Daily on Receipt
Report Available
Upon Completion of Analysis
Limitations
Oil droplets from catheter lubricants of vaginal creams may be confused with RBCs or Fat Globules under the microscope.
Reference Range
No Fat Seen
Clinical Significance
Pulmonary Fat Microembolism