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Giardia/Cryptosporidium/Entamoeba histolytica Screen, Feces
Test Code540
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
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