| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Fresh stool in O&P collection kit | 7 days Room Temp | None Seen |
Specimen Requirements
Submit fresh stool in O&P collection vial available from the lab.
See 'Instructions/Notes.' |
Method
Trichrome stain/Microscopy
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Schedule
Sun-Sat
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Turn-Around Time
4-7 days
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Instructions/Notes
Fresh stool delivered to the lab within 12hrs of collection is the preferred specimen. Sterile collection container and collection trap are also acceptable or Ova and Parasite Para-Pak vials. Collect stool and duodenal aspirate specimens up to the fill line of the vial set.
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Clinical Utility
To identify a variety of gastrointestinal parasites, such as Giardia and Entamoeba histolytica. To diagnose parasitic infestation; identify worms recovered from patient; establish presence or absence of parasite(s).
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CPT Codes
87177,87209
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