Cryptosporidium Antigen, EIA
Use
Cryptosporidium is the causative agent of cryptosporidiosis, an infection that frequently presents with persistent diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, and occasionally respiratory symptoms. This infection may persist for days to over a month, and tends to be more serious in immunocompromised individuals; early and accurate diagnosis supports appropriate clinical management.
Special Instructions
Collect fresh stool in clean, leak‑proof container and transfer within 30 minutes into a formalin or Total‑Fix® transport vial, filling to the line and mixing thoroughly. Patients should avoid barium products, antacids, antidiarrheal medications, or oil‑based laxatives prior to specimen collection. Setup occurs on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, with report availability in 1–3 days.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Other
Volume
10 grams (5 grams minimum) or 10 mL (5 mL minimum)
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Total‑Fix® transport vial
Collection Instructions
Collect fresh stool in a clean, leak‑proof plastic container; transfer within 30 minutes into formalin or Total‑Fix® vial, fill to line, mix until homogeneous.
Patient Preparation
Patient must not use barium products, antacids, antidiarrheal medications, or oil‑based laxatives prior to collection.
Causes for Rejection
Unpreserved stool; stool in other media; previously concentrated specimens
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 60 days |
| Refrigerated | Unacceptable |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |