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 |