EHAG
Entamoeba histolytica Antigen, Stool
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3742
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plastic screw-capped container
Specimen Type:
Unpreserved stool
Preferred Volume:
5 gm
Minimum Volume:
1 gm
Specimen Processing:
MUST BE FROZEN WITHIN 48 HOURS OF COLLECTION.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 2 weeks
Refrigerated - 48 hours
Room temperature - unacceptable
Unacceptable Condition:
Stool specimens in preservative will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
87337 - Entamoeba Histolytica Ag Stool (EAP 30021542)
Method:
Qualitative Enzyme Immunoassay