Stool microscopy (Ova/cysts/parasites)

BA0092

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container
Wide mouth sterile container
Specimen Requirement
Fresh stool, 5g or the equivalent of a teaspoonful
Specimen Storage/Transport

Stool transported in screw-capped container to the laboratory within two hours.

Orderable as Urgent? No
Turn Around Time
8 - 48 hours
Reference Value(s)
Trophozoites/Cyst/Ova/Larva reported; No Ova, cyst, trophozoites seen
Testing Laboratory Location SGH
Laboratory Microbiology
Contact Number 6394 1352
Day and Time Performed
Monday - Saturday
Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Bacteriology, Mycology,Parasitology Tests

Additional Information

Specimens taken more than 72 hours after hospitalisation may not be appropriate.

Change History Notes

  • 12 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

    Updated Specimen Requirement, Specimen Storage / Transport, TAT, Reference Value(s), Day and Time Performed, Additional Information.

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Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025