ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 0060050: Microsporidia Stain |
| Test Mnemonic: MICROST | |
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#ExistMethodology>
Methodology: Modified Trichrome Stain
*ExistMethodology> #ExistPerformed> Performed: Sun-Sat *ExistPerformed> #ExistReported> Reported: Within 24 hours *ExistReported> |
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#ExistCollect>
Collect: Stool. Preserve stool in 10% formalin within one hour of collection. ARUP Supply #16355.
*ExistCollect> #ExistTransport> Transport: Stool preserved in 10% formalin at 20-25°C. (Min: 1 g) ARUP Supply #16355. Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Categrory B, shipping guidlines. *ExistTransport> #ExistConditions> Unacceptable Conditions: Samples submitted in preservatives other than 10% formalin. Unpreserved samples. *ExistConditions> #ExistStability> Stability: Preserved in 10% formalin: Ambient: 9 months; Refrigerated: 9 months; Frozen: Unacceptable *ExistStability> |
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| Reference Interval: |
| #ExistRefRange> Negative *ExistRefRange> |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 87207 Stain; 87015 Concentration |