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Entamoeba histolytica Antigen
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Available Stat? | No |
| Utilization Guidelines | This test should be used for patients with stool O&P positive for Entamoeba histolytica/dispar. |
| Test code | MOLT |
| Test group | E histolytica |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | EIA |
| Container type | Urine cup |
| Amount to Collect | 2 grams |
| Sample type | Stool |
| Preferred volume | 2 grams stool |
| Min. Volume | 1 gram stool |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Stool submitted in preservative |
| Processing notes | Freeze stool and ship frozen on dry ice. |
| Ref Lab Rejection Criteria | Stool in preservative, thawed sample |
| Normal range | Not detected |
| Stability | Room temperature 1 day, refrigerated 2 days, frozen 1 week. |
| Turn around times | 5-7 days |
| Additional information | This test should be used for patients with stool O&P positive for Entamoeba histolytica/dispar. |
| CPT coding | 87337-90 |
| Last Updated | 4/3/2012 9:40:26 PM |
| Entry Number | 1345 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667