Ova and Parasites

Test Name

Ova and Parasites

Alternate Description

Ova and Parasites with Trichrome Stain

LIS Code

OPSP

Lab Section

Specimen Processing Area

Fluid Type

Stool

Specimen Tube Type Transport

Para Set With Blue Top containing Buffered Formalin and Yellow Top containing Merthiolate PVA fixative (Zinc PVA is not acceptable.)

Summary Test Name

Ova and Parasites

Specimen Preparation Outreach

Stool must be added to preservative within 1 hour of collection. Keep at room temperature until picked up by courier

Specimen Transport

Room Temperature

Specimen Preparation In House

Stool must be added to preservative within 1 hour of collection. Keep at room temperature

Patient Preparation

If parasitic infestation is strongly suspected, collect at least three stool specimens every other day.

Reference Value

No ova and parasites seen.