Test Code OVA Ova and Parasite
Additional Codes
Primary Code | Epic Code |
OVA | LAB14960 |
Performing Laboratory
Central Vermont Medical Center
Specimen Stability
<1 hour ambient
<3 hours refrigerated
Day(s) Performed
Monday - Friday
Specimen Type
Stool
Container
Stool Collection Kit: includes sterile container and protocol C&S preservative
Specimen Requirements
Sterile container is required for ova exam
Recommended: 3 samples total, 1 sample every other day
Suspected parasite or travel history outside the US required.
If not order, Giardia/Crypto Antigen (LAB14958)