ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, EIA : 0058001

Mnemonic: AMOEBA

Methodology: Qualitative Enzyme Immunoassay
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect: Stool.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 5g stool to an unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP supply #40910). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. (Min 1g)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen.

Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens in media or preservatives.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 1 week

Reference Interval:
Negative
CPT Code(s): 87337
Cross References: Entamoeba histolitica Antigen (Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, EIA) , Ova & Parasite Exam by EIA (Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, EIA)