Specimen Requirements
Title
Cyclospora and Isospora Exam
Specimen Requirement
Collect stool and transfer to a pink top para pak (10% Formalin) or black top para pak (Total Fix) within 30 minutes of collection, add enough stool that the fluid reaches the red line on the side of the container.
Methodology
Microscopic Exam of Modified Acid-Fast Stain
Stability
Room temp: 30 days, Refrigerated/Frozen: Unacceptable
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
3-5 days
Clinical Use
Test Code
CYISO