Investigation of suspected intestinal ova, cysts and parasites by concentration and microscopy.
Tube
Brown top universal with spoon.
ID
3604.
Availability
Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Additional information
Full travel history and clinical details must be provided on request.
Turn around
7 days.
Send to
Microbiology Department, Centre for Laboratory Medicine, St James’s University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.
Frequency
Some parasites excretion is cyclical and may require several samples. For patients with absolute eosinophilia who have travelled to the tropics it is advisable to send 3 OCP specimens collected on 3.
Sample REQ
Enough sample to fill one third of the pot should be provided. Do not overfill.
IP Routine TAT
7 days.
GP Routine TAT
7 days.