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HelpTest ID NBLD0718 Enteric Parasite Panel
Specimen Type/Requirements
Orange Cap Para-Pak C&S (Cary Blair Transport Media) - Stool (Refer to Stool Collection Patient Instruction link below)
Note: Stool must be added to Cary Blair Media within 2 hours of collection. Stool must also be transferred to Cary Blair Media prior to being sent to the laboratory for testing.
Please reference links for patient instructions:
Stool Collection Patient Instructions - English
Stool Collection Patient Instructions - Spanish
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
3 days
Methodology
PCR
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
87505
Interface Build Information
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 28823 | Blastocystis hominis |
| 28821 | Cryptosporidium species |
| 19208 | Cyclospora cayetanensis |
| 28822 | Dientamoeba fragilis |
| 28824 | Giardia intestinalis |
Additional Information
This test was performed by the Genetic Signatures EasyScreen Gastrointestinal Parasite Detection kit, which utilizes multiplex PCR for target detection. Clinical testing for this panel is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Positive and negative results require clinical correlation with patient presentation and epidemiological information. This result does not rule out the presence of other potential pathogens. Contact the laboratory if additional testing is indicated.