Neutral Fat (Stool)
Measurement of neutral fat globules in stool, indicating the amount of unabsorbed dietary fat.
Why it matters: Elevated neutral fat in stool is a marker of fat malabsorption (steatorrhea), which can be caused by pancreatic insufficiency, celiac disease, or other malabsorptive disorders.
What is Neutral Fat (Stool)?
Measurement of neutral fat globules in stool, indicating the amount of unabsorbed dietary fat.
What might a high or low Neutral Fat (Stool) mean?
Elevated neutral fat in stool is a marker of fat malabsorption (steatorrhea), which can be caused by pancreatic insufficiency, celiac disease, or other malabsorptive disorders.
What is the typical reference range for Neutral Fat (Stool)?
The general-population reference range shown here is 0 – 2 count/hpf. Reference ranges describe the general population and are not a personal target — discuss your results with your physician.
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