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Strongyloides species
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P412 |
| Test group | Strongyloides |
| Performed by | Microbiology |
| In House Availability | Monday-Friday, day shift |
| Method | Microscopy |
| Container type | Clean container |
| Amount to Collect | See preferred volume |
| Sample type | Sputum, BAL |
| Preferred volume | 2 mL |
| Normal range | Negative |
| Stability | Refrigerated unpreserved samples: 24 hours Room temperature samples in SAF: indefinite |
| Turn around times | 2-3 days |
| Additional information | If direct smears or negative a concentrate will be made and examined at an additional charge (B225P). |
| LOINC code | 33017-5 |
| Last Updated | 10/2/2010 11:52:37 AM |
| Entry Number | 878 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667