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Cryptosporidium, Stool

Test Code
CRYPAG


CPT Codes
87272

Preferred Specimen
10 g of formalin-preserved stool


Instructions
Send specimen in a O& P transport container with 10% formalin preservative.Stool specimen must be preserved within 1 hour of collection.


Transport Container
O&P Transport tubes


Methodology
Antigen Testing

Reference Range
Negative (reported as positive or negative)


Clinical Significance
Useful for the detection of cryptosporidium oocysts in fecal material.




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.