Faecal Parasites

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	Samples received in PVA need to be sent to CHL for analysis
Measurement Uncertainty	N/A