Giardia Antigen, Stool

Test Code

GAG

Preferred Specimen

See Microbiology Collection Instructions in Special Instructions for detailed information.

Duodenal, duodenal aspirate, or small bowel aspirate is not acceptable for this test. This test is not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for these types of sources.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Stool, fresh

Container/Tube: Screw-capped, sterile container

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions:

1. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

2. Grossly bloody stool or very mucoid stool is not acceptable.

Specimen Type: Stool, preserved

Container/Tube: 3-Vial Stool Collection Kit provided

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions: Label vials with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Setup Schedule

Monday - Saturday

Performing Laboratory
Sarasota Campus Lab

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.