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Test Code FECPAR Fecal Parasite Protocol, Colonic Fluid or Stool

Important Note

This test does not contain the Ova and Parasite microscopic evaluation. If Ova and Parasite is requested please order OAPM (Mayo test OPE).

Methodology

Microscopic/Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Includes an EIA procedure for the specific detection of Giardia lamblia and Cryptosporidium antigen.
Note:  The collection of 1 specimen for this protocol eliminates the need for 3 separate collections, for ova and parasite, in most instances. If this testing battery is negative and intestinal parasites are still suspected, additional specimens can be collected and routine ova and parasite examinations carried out.

Performing Laboratory

St. Clair Hospital Laboratory

Specimen Requirements

2 g of fresh stool or colonic fluid collected following the directions in a Para-PakTM kit supplied. (Specimen containing barium is not acceptable.)

Note:  Do not expose to extreme temperatures.

Reference Values

Negative
If positive, organism is identified.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Giardia and Cryptosporidium antigen testing - Tuesday, Friday