In the Van de Kamer method for quantitative fecal fat determinations,fecal lipids are:
A) Homogenized and titrated to a neural end-point with sodium hydroxide
B) Measured gravimetrically after washing
C) Converted to fatty acids before titrating with sodium hydroxide
D) Measured by spectrophotometer after addition of Sudan III

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In the Van de Kamer method for quantitative fecal fat determinations, fecal lipids are converted to fatty acids before titrating with sodium hydroxide. This process allows for the quantification of the fat content in the feces, which is important for diagnosing malabsorption conditions.

In the Van De Kamer Method for Quantitative Fecal Fat