Free Fatty Acids
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Free Fatty Acids, Serum
Test ID: FFA
Test
Method
Enzymatic
Report Includes
Specimens
Serum
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Serum
Sample Volume
1 mL
Patient Preparation
Fasting (12 h).
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Specimens containing heparin are unsuitable for analysis - heparin plasma or patients receiving heparin therapy are unsuitable for analysis.
Stability
| Frozen | 14 days |
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Rejection Criteria
| Specimen | Not frozen |
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Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
Enzymatic
Turnaround Time
14 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Fatty Acids | µmol/L |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019