Both Cryptosporidium and Giardia are parasites. They may cause a range of symptoms from mild to severe diarrhoea. Transmission is through faecal-oral ingestion of cysts, typically from contaminated water. Cryptosporidium is particularly troublesome for immunocompromised patients because of the lack of effective therapeutic options. We detect Cryptosporidia and Giardia using a combined EIA based screening test. Positive screening test results are confirmed as either Cryptosporidia or Giardia by microscopy. Faecal samples are examined for Cryptosporidia and Giardia either on clinician request, stool consistency (i.e. liquid stools) or relevant clinical details such as travel history or HIV.
Tube
Brown top universal with spoon.
ID
3627
Availability
Mon to Fri. 8.30am to 5pm.
Additional Information
Stool samples requesting OCP will automatically be tested for Cryptosporidium and Giardia.
Turn Around
5 days.
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department.
Collection Con
Min vol 2g/2ml.
IP Routine TAT
5 days.
GP Routine TAT
5 days.