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Biomarkers · Chemical

Fats, Neutral, Stool

LOINC codes
12598-9
Tests that measure Fats, Neutral, Stool
Labcorp 2

Tests

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Labcorp 2 tests

Panels that include this biomarker

  • Fecal Fat, Qualitative 001677

    2 analytes · Stool · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 4 - 6 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Microscopic examination following staining with Oil Red O
    Preparation
    Patient should be on a diet containing at least 60 g of fat. The patient should not use suppositories or mineral oil before the specimen is collected. Oily material (eg, creams, lubricants, etc) should be avoided prior to collection of the specimen.
    Collection
    Do not contaminate outside of container; do not overfill container.
    Reference notes
    • Total fats (neutral fats, soaps, and fatty acids): Normal (<100 droplets/hpf) • Neutral fats: Normal (<60 droplets/hpf)
    Labcorp catalog page

  • Fecal Fat and Muscle Fibers, Qualitative 049684

    3 analytes · Stool · Fasting not stated · Turnaround 4 - 7 days

    Method and collection
    Method
    Microscopic examination following staining with Oil Red O. Only fibers with identifiable cross striations are counted.
    Preparation
    Patient is required to eat adequate amounts of red meat for 24 to 72 hours before testing. Specimens obtained with a warm saline enema or Fleet® Phospho-Soda® are acceptable. Specimens obtained with mineral oil, bismuth, or magnesium compounds are unsatisfactory. Barium procedures or laxatives should be avoided for one week prior to collection of the specimen.
    Collection
    Do not contaminate outside of container; do not overfill container.
    Reference notes
    • Total fats (neutral fats, soaps, and fatty acids): Normal (<100 droplets/hpf) • Neutral fats: Normal (<60 droplets/hpf) • Muscle fibers: Normal (<10 fibers/hpf)
    Labcorp catalog page

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