Fecal Fat Collection

Question 1

Purpose

Answer 1

to assess for large quantities of fat

Question 2

TNIs

Answer 2

1. Defecate in a clean bed pan or bed side commode
2. Do not contaminate the specimen with urine or menstual discharge
3. Do not place toilet tissue in the bed pan as it can alter the results of test
4. Send to laboratory immediately

Question 3

Conditions diagnosed with

Answer 3

Malabsorption disorders