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Notification Type
Back GIARDIA lamblia ANTIGEN with reflex to O&P | |
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| Test Code:362 | Specimen Collection:Stool |
| Component: Giardia Antigen | Method: IA |
| Collection Notes:Stools should be collected in a clean, leak-proof plastic container. Refrigerate at 2 -8° C. Untreated stools that cannot be tested within 48 hours of collection should be frozen at -20 to -70°C. Do not use PVA containers. | |
| Clinical Utility:Giardia’s identification is important for infection control and for treatment of giardiasis. | |
| CPT Code:87328, 87177 | Testing Location:AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Stool (1 g) Refrigerated 48 Hours Frozen 2 Months Stool, Cary Blair Media Refrigerated 7 Days Frozen 7 Days | |