Microsporidia Examination

Synonyms

• LAB11831
• MICROSPORIDIA SMEAR
• MICROSPORIDIUM
• P OPM

Cerner Name

Microsporidia

Clinical Info

Specimen Sources

Stool

Specimen Types

Aspirate

Specimen Volume

Container

Para-PakTM Stool Specimen Collection Kit

Collection Instructions

1. Obtain a Para-PakTM Stool Specimen Collection Kit.
2. Using collection spoon provided, obtain stool specimen from areas which appear slimy, bloody, or watery and place into each of 2 containers.
3. Do not fill above line indicated on container.
4. Thoroughly mix specimen.
5. Label container with patient’s name (first and last), date and actual time of collection, and type of specimen.

Transport Instructions

Room Temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 30 days
Refrigerated: 30 days
Frozen: Unacceptable

Methodology

Microsporidia Stain

Days Performed

Monday though Friday

Performing Laboratories

AML/Quest Laboratories

CPT

87207

PDM

6201288

Results

Result Interpretation

Forms