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HelpTest Code MFGS Fat Globules, Stool
Infectious
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Stool
Container/Tube: Sterile screw-capped container
with attached spatula
Volume: 10.0g / 5.0mL
Minimum Volume: 5.0g (size of a grape) / 2.0mL
(liquid stool)
Collection Instructions: Random collection
Sample Stability
Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH
| Specimen Type: | Stool |
|---|---|
| Ambient: | Submit to lab as soon as possible |
| Refrigerate: | Do not refrigerate sample |
| Frozen: | Do not freeze sample |
Reference Interval
< 60/HPF, insignificant
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Sunday, TAT 1 day
Methodology
Microscopy
Service Code
23224
Update
Last updated 15/1/2021
Unacceptable Condition
More than 1 stool specimen received on the same day.
Stool specimen contaminated with urine.
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of Steatorrhea