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HelpTest Code FECFT / 001677-LC FAT, QUALITATIVE, STOOL
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| SoftID | FECFT |
| EPIC | LAB390 |
| LabCorp | 001677 |
Performing Laboratory
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
Useful For
Detecting the presence of fecal fatty acids and neutral fat
Method Name
Light Microscopy following staining with Oil Red O
Reference Values
Total fats (neutral fats, soaps, and fatty acids): normal (<100 droplets/huff)
Neutral fats: normal (<60 droplets/huff)
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3-6 Days
Analytic time for send out tests is the time it will take to perform testing once it has arrived at the performing reference lab. Please add 1 to 2 days from time of collection to allow for receipt at NorDx central lab and shipment of specimen, add another day if specimen is collected on the day before a weekend or holiday.
Specimen Type
Stool
Preferred Container
Screw-Capped Plastic Container
Preferred Volume
Stool: 3 g (Screw-Capped Plastic Container)
Minimum Volume
Stool: 0.5 g (Screw-Capped Plastic Container)
Specimen Collection and Handling
1. Patient should be on a diet containing at least 60 g of fat.
2. The patient should not use suppositories or mineral oil before the specimen is collected.
3. Oily material (e.g., creams, lubricants, etc.) should be avoided prior to collection of the specimen.
4. Do not contaminate outside of container or overfill and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Stool
Frozen: 14 Days
Refrigerated: 14 Days
Room Temp: 14 Days
Note: Stable x3 freeze/thaw cycles
Add On Capable
Contact Reference Lab – If add-on can never be done, report the test to the Administrative Analyst
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 82705 | Fat or Lipids, Feces, Qualitative |
Keywords
FAT, QUALITATIVE, FECES
FECAL
FECAL FAT
Performing Laboratory Location
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
Clinical Significance
Increases in neutral fat are commonly associated with pancreatic exocrine insufficiency.
Increase in stool total fats (neutral fats, soaps, and fatty acids) is likely to be associated with small bowel disease.
LOINC Code Information
12598-9
2270-7