Faeces – fat stain

Diagnostic Use

As from 1/10/2022 this test is no longer available. Please request a Steatocrit Test as a replacement.

Department

Microbiology - Bacteriology

Delphic Registration Code

FATS

Synonyms

Fat globules in faeces
Fat stain

Turnaround Time

2 days

Test Code

2667

Specimen Type

• Faecal

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Pottle

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Pottle

Additional Specimen Information

Minimum pea-size sample.
Deliver ASAP to lab at room temperature. Refrigerate if delay expected.

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Faecal

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

Minimum pea-size sample.
Deliver ASAP to lab at room temperature. Refrigerate if delay expected.

Interpretation

This is a subjective laboratory test. Interpret results with caution.

Test Method

Sudan III Stain and Microscopy

Non-Funded Test Cost

$22.59 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

2667

Contact Information

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