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Test Code CYCL Cyclospora Stain

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Stool Container

Specimen Draw Volume

10 grams

Processing Instructions

Patient should be instructed not to take any antacids, oily laxatives, or anti-diarrheal medications unless prescribed by the physician. Stool collected in Total Fix or Cary Blair containers.

Stability

Stability: Store specimen at room temperature.

Performed Test Frequency

Weekdays

Methodology

Modified Acid Fast Stain and Microscopy

CPT(s)

87015 87207

Performing Location

Test performed at State Hygenic Lab, Iowa City, IA.

Cerner Test Code

CYCL

Rejection Criteria

Rejection: Unpreserved stool or in Eco-Fix, improperly collected specimens (e.g., rectal swabs), leaking specimen, multiple specimens within 24 hours, specimens containing barium, oil, water, or urine.