Faecal Fat Tests

The following instructions are for patients attending a Faecal Fat Test.

• Your doctor has requested a 3-day faecal fat collection.
• Collect a pre-weighed tin from a Collection Centre nearest you.
• Maintain a normal diet for 4 days prior to and during the test.
• You should not use suppositories, lubricants or mineral oil 1 week prior to collection.
• Do not contaminate the faeces with other matter in the container (e.g toilet paper, spoons, urine).
• The specimen should be stored in a cool place or refrigerated during collection with the lid firmly closed.
• Day 1 – record date and time of commencement on container. If bowel motion can be passed at this time, discard this specimen.
• Collect all faeces specimens for the next 72 hours in the tin provided.
• Finish at the same time the collection started e.g. 8am Day 1 to 8am Day 4.
• Do not fill the tin more than 2/3 full. A further tin may be required.
• On completion, return the tin with the lid firmly sealed to the Collection Centre.
• Staff will ensure the specimen/s are fully labeled with your full name, date of birth and date/time of collection.

For further information, please call 0508 LABTESTS.