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Test Code OP-STOOL Ova and Parasites, Stool, Examination

Specimen and Container/Tube

Stool

Reference Values

Negative

Transport Instructions

See UCMC
collection instructions
below.

Test Components

Fecal leukocytes. Not performed on patients who have been
in-house for more than 3 days.

Specimen Stability

7 days

Additional Information

  • Send entire specimen if possible.
  • 3 random specimens, 1 per day for each of the 3 days.
  • Protozoa may be destroyed within 2-3 hrs after passage
    unless
    transport vials containing preservatives are used.
  • Specimens containing mineral oil, bismuth, iron, and
    magnesium
    compounds are unsatisfactory.

Methodology

Direct wet mount;?�permanent stain; concentrate

CPT

87209, 87177