Parasite Examination and Identification


Test Methodology

  • Light Microscopy

Running Day

  • Daily 

Turn Around Time

  • Routine: Two hours
  • STAT: One hour

Specimen Requirement

  • Stool sample should be submitted one hour of collection; At least thumb size for formed specimens approximately 2 to 5 tbsp. if watery, Mucoid or loose

Patient Preparation

  • None

Special Considerations

  • None
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