Assay

Microscopy for Ova, Cysts and Parasites

Key Words

OVA, CYSTS

Specimen Collection

Where parasitic infection is strongly suspected, send up to three stools (taken on different days) for processing – as this increases the yield. Formed stools are also suitable for processing in this context. NOTE: Enterobius spp (pinworm/threadworm), which are a cause of pruritis ani (mainly in children), lay eggs on the perianal skin area, a Sellotape slide is required for this test

Turnaround Time

1- 2 days

Test Indications

Concentration techniques for ova cysts and parasites are not routinely performed unless specifically requested or indicated by the clinical summary

Limitation/Interference

N/A

Reference Range

N/A

Analytical Error

N/A

Reference Change Value

N/A