Free Fatty Acids, serum [FFA]

BC0400

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paed)
Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the clot-activating factors is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage/Transport
​Send specimen on ice to lab immediately.
Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
​4 hr
Reference Value(s)
​Not available. Results should be interpreted within the clinical context (e.g. fasting status) and in conjunction with other biochemical parameters including glucose, ketones, insulin etc.
Testing Laboratory Location KKH
Laboratory Clinical Chemistry
Contact Number 6394 1383
Day and Time Performed
​Mon to Fri: 0800 hr - 1730 hr
Sat: 0800 hr - 1230hr
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Clinical Chemistry - Form A

Additional Information
​Effective 10th January 2017

Change History Notes

  • 27 May 2024 08:00 AM

    Update of Specimen Requirement.

  • 19 Oct 2021 03:30 PM

    ​Updated Specimen Requirement.

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Last Updated - 23 Apr 2025