Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD91039Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Ova and Parasites with Giardia Antigen
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test may be useful to physicians whose patients live in or have traveled to an area where mixed parasitic infections occur or where Giardia incidence is not high, but is still present. The addition of the Giardia antigen EIA test assures maximum sensitivity in detecting this agent.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
2 components
Ova and Parasite Concentrate & Permanent SmearGiardia Antigen, EIA, Stool • EIA
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Stool
Volume
10 grams or 10 mL (5 grams or 5 mL minimum)
Minimum Volume
5 grams or 5 mL
Container
Total‑Fix® transport vial or 10% formalin and PVA transport vials
Causes for Rejection
Unpreserved specimens; specimens containing barium; stool preserved in medium other than 10% formalin, SAF, MIF; received frozen; expired vial
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days (Total‑Fix); 18 months (10% formalin) |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
