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Cyclospora Screen

TEST NAME Cyclospora Screen
DEPARTMENT PARA
TESTS P3
DESCRIPTION Fluorescent microscopy and/or modified acid-fast stain on concentrated formalin specimens. Cyclospora is a significant pathogen in both immune-compromised and immunocompetent patients.
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS

SPECIMEN: Preserved stool. 3 collected every other day is strongly recommended.

CONTAINER: 2-vial stool kit with 10% formalin and PVA.

COLLECTION: Add stool to each vial to the "fill" line immediately after passage. Mix thoroughly. See Parasitology specimen collection guide for O&P exam for details.

TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: Room temperature (15-30°C)

TURNAROUND TIME (TAT)

4 days (final)

REFERENCE RANGE Negative
TEST METHOD UV Microscopy, Epifluorescence
CPT CODES

87206

87015