Test Code 0291864 Giardia/Cryptosporidium Antigen, Feces

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Note: See “Microbiology Stool Testing at DCHL” for ordering algorithm.

Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Specimen Type: Unpreserved stool (< 3 days refrigerated)

Collection Container/Tube: Clean, screw-topped plastic container

Specimen Volume: Representative portion of stool

Specimen Type: Preserved stool

Collection Container/Tube: 10% formalin tube

Specimen Volume: Marble-sized portion of stool in 2-3 mL 10% formalin

Refrigerated < 3 days

Negative (reported as positive or negative)

Monday through Friday

87328 - Cryptosporidium

87329 - Giardia