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Specimen Collection

Reducing Substances, Faeces


Test Name
Reducing Substances, Faeces
Test Code
FCHEM1
Specimen Type

Faeces

This test will be discontinued as of 30th August 2016 for patients aged > 4 years.

For patients > 4 years the breath hydrogen test is recommended for the investigation of sugar malabsorption.

Minimum Volume
Minimum specimen weight 1 gram
Preferred Volume
Preferred Specimen weight 5 grams
Comments
Assay Performed
Complex Biochemistry
RCH
9345 4200
Laboratory Hours: 0830 - 1700 Monday to Friday, (excluding Pub Hol)
After Hours: Week end / Pub Hol - Scientist on call 0800 to 2000hr
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Assay Frequency

This test will be discontinued as of 30th August 2016 for patients aged > 4 years.

Daily for patients <4 years

See Also
Hydrogen Breath Test

Astrovirus