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Faeces - Ova, Cysts & Parasites (OCP)
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General
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Clinical Use:
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Investigation of parasitic causes of diarrhoea and gastritis by microscopy. Enteric PCR for Giardia intestinalis, Cryptosporidium and Entamoeba histolytica will be performed as an adjunct to microscopy.
Investigation of Entamoeba histolytica - if colonic disease is suspected despite failure to demonstrate trophozoites, consult a Clinical Microbiologist. Clinical consultation is required if chronic disease is suspected. |
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Availability:
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Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| Amoeba (Enteric) Microscopy, Entamoebae Investigation, Enterobius vermicularis Examination, Giardia Testing, OCP, Parasites (Enteric), Pinworm Examination, |
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Code:
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Faeces: MIENT / Other sample types: FOVAP |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled within 48 hours of collection. |
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Reference Interval:
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Not Applicable
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Faeces Sample (FAECES), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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5g |
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Collection Instructions:
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Regional Services: SAF fixed portion of sample must be prepared and sent with original sample.
Indicate specimen type, any specific organism investigation required and any relevant clinical history on request form. Travel history and recent antihelminthics should also be stated. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Processing Instructions:
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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Stability:
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24 hours ambient; 5 days chilled |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled within 48 hours of collection. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Site
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Contact Phone
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| Enteric |
Microbiology |
QEII Medical Centre |
6383 4354 |
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Last Updated : 25-02-2022 13:55 |