Faecal Parasites
Tests:Faecal Parasites
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| Synonym(s) | Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Ova/Cysts/Parasites, OCP |
| Specimen | 5g Faeces in sterile container |
| Paediatric Specimen | 5g Faeces in sterile container |
| Add-on conditions | Contact Microbiology to discuss |
| Test Availability | Mon - Sun 0800 - 1600 |
| Turnaround Time | Hastings / Central HB / Wairoa 1 - 2 days |
| Where analysed | Hastings |
| Department | Microbiology, (06) 878 1308 ext. 2637 |
| Registration Code | GCAG |
| Deletion Code | 2300 |
| Useful Information | Pathogens included: Giadia, Cryptosporidium and Entamoeba.
Tested by PCR analysis. Samples received in PVA need to be sent to CHL for analysis |
| Measurement Uncertainty | N/A |