Ova and Parasites Examination, RefLab
Alternate Names
008623 LC, O&P, Parasitology Examination
SoftLab Order Code
OVAP
Epic Order Name
Ova and Parasites Examination, RefLab
Epic Order ID
LAB3826
Laboratory
Reference Lab
Additional Test Information
Note: This test requires both the PVA and Formalin vials.
- If only the formalin vial is collected (Pink vial), please order LabCorp test #: 180851 as a miscellaneous test.
Sample Type
Feces or Sputum
Collection Container
Sterile container - must be transferred to ParaPak w/in one hour of collection
Alternative Collection Container
Collecting Volume
5 mL of feces. 4 mL of sputum
Minimum Collecting Volume
3mL of feces or sputum
Storage or Stability
Ambient - specimens in sterile containers must be delivered to the laboratory within one hour of collection
Causes for Rejection
Specimens in sterile container >1 hour old; QNS, specimen submitted on a diaper: only one vial submitted for any specimen type.
Instructions
Transfer specimen to pink and grey ParaPak (PVA and Formalin) within one hour of collection and before delivery to the reference lab.