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Faecal Reducing Substances (Faeces)
Alternate Names
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Faecal Reducing Sugars, Reducing Substances Faeces |
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Test Code
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FEREDS |
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Testing Laboratory
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Referred Laboratory |
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Specimen Type
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Faeces |
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Container Type
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Faecal Pot (Brown Top) - DEDICATED |
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Medicare Rebate
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Yes |
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Please note, this test is only available for children under the age of 4. For patients greater than 4 years of age, the Hydrogen Breath Test is recommended for the investigation of sugar malabsorption. For children between the age of 2 and 4, The Royal Children's Hospital suggest a Hydrogen Breath Test to investigate for malabsorption of sugars. |
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Collection Instructions
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Transport Instructions
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Transport on ice |
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Storage Instructions
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Store frozen at -20°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Monday - Friday |
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Min Test Volume
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1g |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Container ID
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CB, CBS |
CSR Instructions
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RCH lab uses the fluid/liquid component of faeces for analysis. A DEDICATED frozen faecal pot is required for this test. If sample is not frozen, and no dedicated pot has been received. Sample should be split, and the portion for Reducing Substances should be frozen. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions
Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department
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Laboratory Instructions
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Instructions for: Regional Laboratories
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External Laboratory
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Biochemistry, Royal Children's Hospital |
Accredited Test
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Yes |
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