Fat In Urine

Test Code
FATU


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





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.