CRYPTOSPORIDIUM/GIARDIA LAMBLIA FA STAIN

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: CG
UPHSM LIS Test #: 517
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Testing Time: 1 day
Testing Lab: UP Health System-Marquette

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 5ml liquid; formed walnut size
Temperature: Ambient
Tube Type: Stool
Collection Info:
Place specimen in 10% formalin transport tube.

Methods

Fluorescent stain for Cryptosporidium oocyst antigen and Giardia lamblia cyst antigen.

CPT Codes

87272, 87269

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

Reference Range

Negative for Cryptosporidium;
Negative for Giardia