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Giardia/Cryptosporidium/Entamoeba histolytica Screen, Feces

Test Code
540


CPT Codes
87328-Cryptosporidium; 87329-Giardia; 87337-Entamoeba histolytica

Transport Container
Container/Tube: Cary-Blair transport media(s) or sterile container(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 g of stool 


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Setup Schedule
Monday, Wednesday, Friday


Reference Range
Negative (reported as positive or negative)


Clinical Significance
Useful to detect the presence of Giardia, Cryptosporidium, and Entamoeba histolytica specific antigens that may be present in fecal specimens.  


Performed By
CoxHealth



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.