Parasitology Stain by Modified Acid-Fast
| Abbrev Code: | ARMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Methodology: | Concentration/Stain; Microscopy | ||
| CPT Codes: | 87177 x1, 87207 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 1-2 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Stool, preserved |
| Collection Instructions: | Preserve 2 g; 1 g minimum stool in 10 percent formalin within 1 hour of collection. Due to the various shedding cycles of many parasites, three separate stool specimens collected over a 5-7 day period are recommended. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Specimen other than stool or unpreserved stool. |
Processing and Shipping
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at room temperature. |
| Stability: | 9 months at room temperature or refrigerated. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 60046 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | By report. |
| Use: | The parasitology stain is modified acid fast stain that detects Cryptosporidium, Cyclospora and Cystoisospora. |
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