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Test Code GICR Giardia/Cryptosporidium Screen, Feces

Additional Codes

EPIC:  LAB1319

Methodology

Qualitative Immunochromatographic Assay
Used in the detection of suspected Giardia or Cryptosporidium infection.

Performing Laboratory

St. Joseph Hospital

Specimen Requirements

1 g of stool preserved in 10% formalin in a screw-capped, plastic container.

Reference Values

Negative (reported as positive or negative)

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87328 - Cryptosporidium

87329 - Giardia