Test Code LAB0212845 Cryptosporidium Antigen, Stool

Methodology

Immunochromatographic Assay

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Preferred

Specimen Type: Preserved stool

Container/Tube: Stool container with 10% buffered formalin preservative or Cary-Blair

Specimen Volume: 5 g

Specimen Minimum volume: 1 g (Peanut size amount of raw stool)

Alternate

Specimen Type: Fresh, random stool

Container/Tube: Stool container

Specimen Volume: 5 g

Specimen Minimum volume: 1 g

Refrigerated <2 weeks/Frozen -20⁰ C <2 months

Negative

Monday through Friday

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