Parasites - Stools (AP0007)

Description

Parasites – Stool Examination is a microscopic test used to detect intestinal parasites in stool samples. This examination helps identify protozoa and helminths such as Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Ascaris lumbricoides, hookworms, and Taenia species. The presence of parasites may cause symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, weight loss, anemia, and gastrointestinal disturbances. This parameter is usually evaluated as part of a Stool Routine Examination or Ova and Parasite (O&P) test.

Report Time

Fasting

Not Required

Reporting Time

3 - 4 Hours

Gender

Male/Female

Age Group

All Age Group

Pre-Test Instructions:

Collect fresh stool sample
Avoid contamination with urine or water
For better parasite detection, 3 stool samples on alternate days may be recommended
Interpret with ova, cysts, trophozoites, pus cells, RBCs, and mucus

Parameters Covered

CLINICAL PATHOLOGY

- Stool Routine & Microscopy

रु 50

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Parasites - Stools (AP0007)

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