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CYCLOSPORA/CYSTO ISOSPORA SMEAR
Test CodeCYCSM
CPT Codes
87015, 87207
Includes
Test includes qualitative report of Cyclospora and Cystoisospora Oocysts. If Cryptosporidium is observed it will be reported by note detection by EIA is a more sensitive and recommended assay.
Preferred Specimen
SAF fixative vial
Minimum Volume
5 mL feces
Other Acceptable Specimens
or Sterile Container
Specimen Stability
Preserved stool: room temperature up to 2 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stool preserved in Plyvinyl alcohol (PVA)
Methodology
Modified (Partial) Acid Fast Stain and microscopic observation.
Setup Schedule
M, T, W, Th, F, Sa, Sun
Clinical Significance
For the identification of Cyclospora and Cystoisospora oocysts as a cause of infectious gastroenteritis
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NMIC (Microbiology)
Last Updated: April 25, 2023