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Ova and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear
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Ova and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear
Quest DiagnosticsCatalog information reviewed: August 24, 2026 by the Sunridge Medical clinical team.
What this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsOva and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear – Diseases caused by human parasites remain, on a worldwide basis, among the principal causes of morbidity and mortality. Correct diagnosis of intestinal parasitic infection depends on proper collection, transport, detection, and identification of parasites in stool specimens. Symptoms range from malaise to death. Treatment is dependent upon examining multiple stool specimens due to the erratic shed rates of some parasites.
What type of sample is required for this test?10 grams or 10 mL fresh stool preserved in 10% formalin and polyvinyl alcohol transport or single Total-Fix® transport vial
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional test information
Ova and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear – Diseases caused by human parasites remain, on a worldwide basis, among the principal causes of morbidity and mortality. Correct diagnosis of intestinal parasitic infection depends on proper collection, transport, detection, and identification of parasites in stool specimens. Symptoms range from malaise to death. Treatment is dependent upon examining multiple stool specimens due to the erratic shed rates of some parasites.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Stool
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected
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.
Related Sunridge care
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Common questions about this laboratory test
- What sample does this test require?
- The listed sample type is Stool. Confirm current collection instructions in the approved order.
- Does this test require fasting?
- The current catalog record lists fasting as: No. Follow the instructions supplied with the approved order.
- How long does laboratory processing usually take?
- Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected. Timing can change after collection or if a laboratory requires additional review.
About this test
DetailsOva and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear - Diseases caused by human parasites remain, on a worldwide basis, among the principal causes of morbidity and mortality. Correct diagnosis of intestinal parasitic infection depends on proper collection, transport, detection, and identification of parasites in stool specimens. Symptoms range from malaise to death. Treatment is dependent upon examining multiple stool specimens due to the erratic shed rates of some parasites.
What type of sample is required for this test?10 grams or 10 mL fresh stool preserved in 10% formalin and polyvinyl alcohol transport or single Total-Fix® transport vial
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional details
Ova and Parasites, Concentrate and Permanent Smear - Diseases caused by human parasites remain, on a worldwide basis, among the principal causes of morbidity and mortality. Correct diagnosis of intestinal parasitic infection depends on proper collection, transport, detection, and identification of parasites in stool specimens. Symptoms range from malaise to death. Treatment is dependent upon examining multiple stool specimens due to the erratic shed rates of some parasites.
Highlighted health areas
- Infectious Disease
- Gastrointestinal
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)
- Ova & parasites (Concentration)