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O&P x3 + Giardia Ag. w/ PS
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O&P x3 + Giardia Ag. w/ PS
Access Medical LabsWhat this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsO&P x3 + Giardia Antigen with Parasite Screen involves examining three stool samples for ova (eggs) and parasites, along with a specific test for Giardia antigen. It is used to diagnose intestinal parasitic infections that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain.
What type of sample is required for this test?Stool
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional test information
O&P x3 + Giardia Antigen with Parasite Screen involves examining three stool samples for ova (eggs) and parasites, along with a specific test for Giardia antigen. It is used to diagnose intestinal parasitic infections that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Stool
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 3 business days after the lab receives samples.
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
Before requesting this test
Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
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About this test
DetailsO&P x3 + Giardia Antigen with Parasite Screen involves examining three stool samples for ova (eggs) and parasites, along with a specific test for Giardia antigen. It is used to diagnose intestinal parasitic infections that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain.
What type of sample is required for this test?Stool
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional details
O&P x3 + Giardia Antigen with Parasite Screen involves examining three stool samples for ova (eggs) and parasites, along with a specific test for Giardia antigen. It is used to diagnose intestinal parasitic infections that can cause gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain.
Highlighted health areas
- Infectious Disease
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Ova & parasites (Trichrome Stain)
- Leukocytes, Stool
- Giardia lamblia Ag
- Ova & parasites (Light microscopy)