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General Information
Alias: Cryptosporidium and Coccidia Exam, Fecal
Performed: Mon-Fri
Turn Around Time: 1-3 days
CPT Codes: 87177,87207
Notes: Please order: COCCIDIA EXAM, STOOL (CYCLOSPORA, CRYPTOSPORIDIUM, CYSTOISOSPORA)
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Cryptosporidium and Coccidia Exam, Fecal
Components
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Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Stool |
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Due to the various shedding cycles of many parasites, three separate stool specimens collected over a 5-7 day period are recommended. |
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