Test Entry - Detail
Faeces - Microscopy for cells/crystals/fat


General
  Clinical Use: Detection of mucus, leucocytes, erythrocytes, fatty acid crystals and Charcot-Leyden crystals in faeces.
  Availability: Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.
 
  Code: FWETM
  Handling Instructions (to laboratory): Send sample chilled within 48 hours of collection.
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  Reference Interval:
Not Applicable


Collection Requirements
  Container: Faeces Sample (FAECES),  
  Sample Type: See container
  Minimum Collection Volume: 5g
  Collection Instructions:


Processing Requirements
  Alternate Containers:
  Processing Instructions:
  Minimum Assay Volume:
  Stability: 48 hours chilled
  Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory): Send sample chilled within 48 hours of collection.


Testing Locations
  Performed at:
Section Department Site Contact Phone
Enteric Microbiology QEII Medical Centre 6383 4354


Last Updated : 26-02-2026 13:13