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Faecal Fat (Faeces)
Alternate Names
Fatty Acid Crystals, Fat Globules
Test Code
TESTNA
Testing Laboratory
Not Applicable
Specimen Type
Test Not Available
Container Type
Test Not Available
Medicare Rebate
Yes
Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information
This test is not currently offered.
Testing for faecal fat is not performed by microscopy. As microscopy has poor specificity, assessment for fat malabsorption is best performed by quantitative methods.
Recommended testing for Faecal Elastase if clinically indicated.
Please contact the Microbiology Laboratory on 03 9496 5295 if further information is required.
