OANDP

Ova + Parasite Exam

EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB4064

Synonyms:
O AND P
Foreign Travel Ova and Parasites
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Patient Preparation:

Specimen collection should be delayed for 7 to 10 days after administration of barium, bismuth, kaolin, magnesia, castor oil or mineral oil, and 2 to 3 weeks after antibiotics have been given since these may interfere with identification of protozoa.

Container Type:
ECOFIX Stool Transport Vial (Kit) (T790)
Specimen Type:

Fecal

Preferred Volume:
2 g or 2 mL
Minimum Volume:
2 g or 2 mL
Collection Procedure:

1. Follow instructions on the container as follows: 

a. Place specimen into Ecofix preservative vial or one 10% formalin AND one Zn PVA preservative vial within 30 minutes of passage or collection. Refer to the fill line on the preservative vial. Do not fill above the line indicated on the container. 

b. Mix the contents of the tube with the spoon, twist the cap to close tightly, and shake vigorously until the contents are well mixed.

Store and Transport:
Room Temperature
Stability:

Ambient (preferred)- 21 days

Refrigerated- 21 days

Unacceptable Condition:

Preservatives other than Ecofix: Reject

CPT Codes:

87177 - O and P Direct Smear W/ID (EAP 30661345)
87209 - O and P Smear Complex Stain (EAP 30661346)

Test Schedule:
Monday through Saturday
Turnaround Time:
5-7 days
Method:
Microscopic

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