All faeces may be collected into one container, or a separate container may be used for each 24 hour period. When completed, ensure the lid is well sealed and write your name and the date of collection on the container. Store the container(s) upright in a cool place (e.g. chilled esky or fridge) until the three days have been completed. Do not place nappy liners, plastic bags, toilet paper or other foreign materials in the container(s).
Controlled fat intake diet for 3 Day faecal fat test
For tests requested, a controlled fat intake diet (approx. 100g per day) may be required for one day prior to and during collection.
A sample diet is as follows:
Breakfast
- 1/2 bowl of cereal with 150ml milk
- 1 egg, not fried
- 2 thin slices of toast with butter and jam.
Lunch
- Poultry, large serve
- Vegetables and/or salad
- 2 slices of bread
- Potato, not fried
- Fresh fruit
- 150ml milk
Dinner
- Lean red meat, no fat, grilled or roasted
- Potato or rice
- 2 -3 vegtables
- Tinned fruit with 50ml cream
- 1 slice of bread with butter and jam
- 200ml milk
