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HelpTest Code GIARA GIARDIA ANTIGEN, STOOL
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| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | GIARA |
| EPIC | LAB259 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting Giardia Antigen in aqueous extracts of stool specimens
Method Name
Qualitative Immunochromatography
Reference Values
Negative
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Friday
Daily
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Stool
Preferred Container
Para-Pak® Formalin
Specimen Collection and Handling
Send refrigerated if sample is not in preservative.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Stool
Refrigerated: unpreserved stool stable 24 hours.
Preserved specimen: stable 14 days
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 87329 | Infectious Agent Antigen Detection by Immunoassay Technique, Qualitative or Semiquantitative, Multiple-Step Method, Giardia |
Keywords
GIARDIA
O & P (OVA AND PARASITES)
OVA AND PARASITES
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
27265-8
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Para-Pak® C&S
Sterile container