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Test Code GIACR Giardia/Cryptosporidium, Feces

Additional Codes

Ordering Mnemonic
GIACR

 

Methodology

Immunofluroscent
Useful for screening for the detection of Giardia/Cryptosporidium in stool specimens.

Performing Laboratory

Holland Hospital Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

See "Microbiology Test Requirements" under Resources, to left.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Tuesday, Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87269 (HH Bill Code 0203718)

Reference Values

No Giardia cysts or Cryptosporidium oocysts detected.