Ova and Parasites with Trichrome Stain

Test Code: TD_7000
CPT Code(s): 87177, 87209 (Both X 1-3)

$20

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

N/A

Test Includes

Ova and Parasites with Trichrome Stain

Methodology

Formalin-ethyl acetate concentration

Rejection Criteria

Frozen stool
Leaking containers
Contaminated specimens
Specimens with quantity not sufficient for testing
Swabs
Unpreserved stool

Reference Range(s)

Negative

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

O and P preservative formalin container

Minimum Volume

2 mL stool

Sample Stability

1 month for preserved samples

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Collection Instructions

Stool submitted in formalin and pva preservative. Room temperature.

Alternative Specimen

N/A