Test Code LABSCPBP Molecular Stool Parasite Panel
Clinical Information
Detection of Giardia lamblia, Cryptosporidium spp. (C. parvum and C. hominis) and Entamoeba histolytica.
Synonym
- SCPB
- O&P
Profile Information
Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Reported |
---|---|---|
Giardia lamblia | No | Yes |
Entamoeba histolytica | No | Yes |
Cryptosporidium parvum/hominis | No | Yes |
Specimen Required
Preferred Container/Tube: Stool Kit White Container
Acceptable Container/Tube: Stool Kit White Container, Sterile Container
Specimen Source: Stool
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Ambient: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Reference Values
Negative (for all targets)
Interpretation
This test was performed using a real time PCR assay. Results should be interpreted in conjunction with clinical findings. A positive result does not necessarily indicate the presence of viable organisms. Positive results do not rule out co-infection with other organisms that are not detected by this assay. This test should not be used as a test of cure.
Cautions
The assay does not test for all potential infectious agents of diarrheal disease.
Method Description
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)
Performing Lab
Clinical Lab University East
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
3 days
Reporting Name
Molecular Parasite Panel
CPT Code Information
87505
LOINC Code Information
60544-4
70293-6
41434-2