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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)