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HelpTest ID NBLD0418 Cryptosporidium/Giardia Rapid Assay
AKA
CrypGia
Crytpo
Giardia
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Stool
Stool in 10% Formalin or Para Pak
Total Fix (Black Cap) stool solution container
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1ml liquid stool or walnut-sized formed specimen |
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Stability/Transport
Stool in Para Pak or Formalin:
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
Preferred for transport |
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Sterile Container:
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Room Temperature |
Recieve within 1 hour |
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Performed Test Frequency
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Additional Information
Stool is tested for giardia and cyptosporidium antigens.
Methodology
Commerical Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
87328, 87329