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Faecal Electrolyte

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Test not performed at Eastern Health. Please contact the Chemical Pathologist before requesting test.

Alternate names:
Faecal K, Faecal Na
Laboratory:
Biochemistry
Test Code:
ELECF
Specimen types:
Faeces
Container types:
Faeces- M&C and parasitesFaeces- M&C and parasites
Collection Instructions:
Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab

Faecal sample for electrolyte and Osmolality measurement must be of adequate fluidity for analysis.

Solid/Semi-Solid samples cannot be analysed.

Frequency:
Daily
Result Turnaround Time:
4 hours
Reference Interval:

N/A

Laboratory Use Only
Storage Instructions:

Discuss with Chemical Pathologist.

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