ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, EIA : 0058001

Mnemonic: AMOEBA

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

Transport:  5 g aliquot of random stool in a clean unpreserved stool transport vial (ARUP Supply #40910), frozen.

Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.


Pediatric Collection/Transport:  

Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.


Unacceptable Conditions:  Specimens in preservative.

Stability:  Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 48 hours; Frozen: 1 week
Reference Interval:
Negative
CPT Code(s): 87337
 
 

 

 

 
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