Stool parasitology
Fecal parasitology, ova helminths & worms
When to request this test
Acute or chronic diarrhea
Interferences and limitations
- Use of antiparasitic, antidiarrheal drugs, or antibiotics medications can alter the presence or survival of parasites in the stool, leading to false-negative results.
- Some parasites, such as Giardia or Entamoeba histolytica, may not always be present in every stool sample.
Multiple samples may be required for accurate detection
2 days
- Sample nature: Stool
- Recommended volume: At least nut of stool
- Type of container: Sterile container (cup)
<2h at room temperature (store it at 4°C if delayed, within 12h)