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Ova and Parasite

3001662

Ova and Parasite Exam, Fecal (Immunocompromised or Travel History) 3001662

2011626

Microsporidia by PCR 2011626

2011150

Gastrointestinal Parasite Panel by PCR 2011150

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Ova and Parasite Exam, Fecal (Immunocompromised or Travel History) (3001662) can detect a broad range of parasites but is generally less sensitive than single pathogen tests.

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Ova and Parasite Exam, Fecal (Immunocompromised or Travel History) (3001662) should be used only in patients with appropriate risk factors (eg, immunocompromised, bloody diarrhea, persistent diarrhea [≥14 days], or chronic diarrhea [>30 days]).

Even in the presence of risk factors, specific pathogen testing is preferred, and recommended tests include Gastrointestinal Parasite Panel by PCR (2011150) and Microsporidia by PCR (2011626). However, these should not be used for patients who develop diarrhea during prolonged hospitalization.

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