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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

Causes for Rejection

Use of non sterile container; delay in transport; improper labeling; leaking specimen

Turn Around Time

24 – 48 hours

CPT / HCPCS Code

89125

Performing Lab

Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807

Storage and Transport

Ambient temperature and transport to Microbiology Laboratory within 1 hour.

Reference Range

stool -Negative for neutral and split fats. Other specimens – Negative for fat.

Methodology

Performed by ARUP Laboratories.

Test Consists

Qualitative microscopic exam for fat