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Giardia lamblia EIA and Ova and Parasites Examination

Order Code
188110
CPT
87329, 87177, 87209
Test Details
Synonyms

Stool for Ova and Parasites Including EIA for Giardia

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Giardia lamblia: enzyme immunoassay (EIA), O & P: concentration with examination of wet preparations and trichrome staining and exam

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Combines antigen detection and microscopic exam. Improves Giardia detection.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

2 g (thumbnail size portion of stool)

Specimen Container

O & P transport/preservative kit with formalin and PVA (Para-Pak® pink and gray)

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support
Order Code
188110
CPT
87329, 87177, 87209
Test Details
Synonyms

Stool for Ova and Parasites Including EIA for Giardia

TAT

11 days

Methodology

Giardia lamblia: enzyme immunoassay (EIA), O & P: concentration with examination of wet preparations and trichrome staining and exam

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Combines antigen detection and microscopic exam. Improves Giardia detection.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

2 g (thumbnail size portion of stool)

Specimen Container

O & P transport/preservative kit with formalin and PVA (Para-Pak® pink and gray)

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Contact Technical Support