Catalog ID Ex Fat Qual Qualitative Exam for Fat (Stool, Urine or Respiratory)
CPOE Test Name
Ex Fat Qual
Synonyms
EX Fat Qual; Fat Stain
Specimen Type
Stool
Specimen Requirements
Stool
Storage and Transport
Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 1 hour.
Causes for Rejection
Use of non sterile container; delay in transport; improper labeling; leaking specimen
Reference Range
stool -Negative for neutral and split fats. Other specimens – Negative for fat.
Test Consists
Qualitative microscopic exam for fat
Turn Around Time
24 – 48 hours
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Methodology
Performed by ARUP Laboratories.
CPT / HCPCS Code
89125