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HelpTest Code LAB17778 OVA AND PARASITE EXAM, STOOL
Additional Codes
Orderable Codes:
| Epic Code | Atlas Code | Mayo Access ID | Order LOINC |
| LAB17778 | LAB17778 | FAH6210 | 10704-5 |
Result Component(s):
| Reporting Name | Epic Code | Atlas Code | Mayo Access ID | Result LOINC |
| Parasite | 12301006644 | LAB17778 | FAH5908 | 10704-5 |
Specimen Information
| Container | Specimen | Temperature | Collect/Submit Vol | Min Vol | Stability |
| EcoFix Vial | Feces | Ambient | Fill EcoFix Vial | 1 mL | 14 days |
EcoFix Vial Kits are available from Lab Customer Service (802) 847-5121.
Collection and Transport of Sample:
- For inpatients, collect sample in a bedpan, avoiding contamination with urine.
- In an outpatient setting, collect specimen in Stool Collection Commode or have the patient put plastic wrap over toilet bowl.
- Add sample to the fill line indicated on the transport vial (approx. 5 mL). Do not add stool above the fill line.
- All vials should be inverted several times so the sample and preservative are well mixed.
Test Schedule / Analytical Time / Test Priority
Monday – Friday / 1 day / Not available STAT
Method
Trichrome Stain and Microscopic Exam on concentrate.
CPT Code(s)
| Description | CPT Code |
| Ova & Parasite Exam | 87177 |
| Trichrome Stain | 87209 |
Instrumentation
Manual Method
Reference Range
No ova and parasites seen
Section
Microbiology-2
Performing Location
University of Vermont Medical Center
Is the UVMMC lab NY State Certified to perform this testing? Yes/No
Yes