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Ova + Parasite Exam
Test Code008623
Alias/See Also
Parasitology Examination
CPT Codes
87177, 87209
Preferred Specimen
Sputum or feces
Minimum Volume
3mL
Instructions
SPUTUM: If paragonimiasis or echinococcosis is suspected, submit specimen in 10% formalin. FECES: Submit in a parasite preservative kit. Please inoculate both the PVA and the formalin tubes. Fresh feces should not be submitted. State the preliminary diagnosis. OTHER: Contact the laboratory for specific instructions. ALL: Multiple specimens may be necessary to recover ova or trophozoites. Three specimens are recommended (each is charged).
Transport Container
O & P transport containers with formalin and PVA (Para-Pak (R) pink and gray)
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
72 hours
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Because parasite morphology will not be preserved, specimens sent on diaper or tissue paper are not acceptable specimens sent on diaper or tissue paper are not acceptable to the laboratory because of risk to lab personnel. Grossly leaking specimens are not acceptable.
Stool samples: No more than 2 or 3 specimens/patients without prior consultation with a pathologist or microbiology supervisor. Acceptance of stool specimens from patients after the fourth hospital day of admission without prior consultation. This criteria do not apply to follow-up tests.
Stool samples: No more than 2 or 3 specimens/patients without prior consultation with a pathologist or microbiology supervisor. Acceptance of stool specimens from patients after the fourth hospital day of admission without prior consultation. This criteria do not apply to follow-up tests.
Methodology
Formalin concentrate and trichome stain
Setup Schedule
M-F
