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| Organization: | Alberta Precision Laboratories | ||
| Test Name/Synonym: | Stool Parasite Microscopy (Synonym: Ova and Parasites, O&P, OP, OandP, O and P, Feces, Ascaris/Ascariasis, Taenia/Taeniasis, Strongyloides/Strongyloidiasis, Cyclospora, Blastocystis) | ||
| Test Includes: | Microscopic examination for additional parasites. This testing is only performed if Parasite History Form is submitted with appropriate clinical history (or history provided with CC order) and two stool specimens submitted (with and without SAF fixative). Valid clinical history includes:
For specimens other than stool, refer to Urine Schistosoma Microscopy or Tissue / Fluid Parasite Microscopy | ||
| Ordering Alert: | History must be provided. Submit a Microbiology requisition AND the Parasite History Form for community patients, or indicate history with Epic order. | ||
| LABID (Connect Care): | LAB95501 | ||
| Specimen Type: | Stool | ||
| Specimen Source: | Stool Stoma | ||
| Primary Container: | SAF fixative transport device - PLUS - a 60 mL sterile, plastic container Note:
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| Specimen Collection Requirements: | Patient Instructions - Stool Parasite Screen and Ova and Parasite Stool Collection PX26-01.720 Adequate mixing of the stool specimen in SAF is critical for optimal preservation. For two weeks prior to collection, avoid laxative, bismuth, barium sulphate, antacids, antibiotics, anti-diarrheal drugs, or enemas. Stool must not be contaminated with urine, water, or other contaminants (mineral oil, vagisil, nystatin cream, spermicidal lubricant). Parasite shedding in stool is variable. Three stools, taken at 2-3 day intervals, may be required for optimal recovery. | ||
| Test Resources: | Use Community Microbiology Requisition - 20571 and Parasite History Form OR In Epic, order Stool Parasite Screen, indicate suspected parasite, and provide mandatory clinical history. | ||
| Stability and Storage: | Transport the specimen and requisition to the testing laboratory as soon as possible after collection. Unpreserved stool, less than 2 hours old, may be transferred to SAF. If delivery to the laboratory is delayed, refrigerate specimen for a maximum of 24 hours. | ||
| Testing Area: | Microbiology | ||
| Performing Site: | Calgary Diagnostic and Scientific Centre (for Calgary and South Zones) Edmonton Base Lab (for Edmonton, Central and North Zones) | ||
| Additional Test Information: | Specimens will not be processed if:
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| Last Updated On: | Thursday, September 4, 2025 | ||
