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Fecal Fat, Qualitative
MessagePatient PreparationPatient should be on a normal diet which includes fat intake. Patient should not use castor oil, mineral oil, suppositories or barium prior to collection of specimen. Fat substitutes such as Olestra may cause interference and should be avoided. Collect approximately 5 grams of semi-solid stool or approximately 5 mL of liquid stool
Test Code
LAB390 FFQLT
Alias/See Also
FFQLT
CPT Codes
82705
Includes
@BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302793)@ @BKRCERMSGREFRESH(2302794)@
Instructions
Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Transfer sample to a properly labeled leak-proof container . Minimum Testing Volume: 1.0 gram or 1.0 mL Stool Transport Temperature: Frozen Stability: Ambient: N/A Refrigerated : 5 daysFrozen: 30 days Causes for Rejection: Thawed samplesSpecimen in transport media Specimen on a swabSpecimen submitted in paint can
Report Available
3-Days
Clinical Significance
1230171133
Last Updated: May 18, 2026