Preferred Sample | Fresh feces (1 gram minimum) |
Fee | $10 |
Schedule | Days Tested MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI Turnaround Time Same day if received by 1:00 p.m. |
Description | Identification of protozoan trophozoites and cysts. Direct smear is ideal for protozoans that float poorly or are readily distorted by flotation solutions. |
Species | Bovine | Canine | Feline | Equine | Ovine | Caprine | Porcine | Wildlife Exotic | Other |
Shipping Requirements | Submit samples on ice within one day of collection whenever possible. |
Additional Instructions | Very little fecal material is used for this procedure, therefore, the sensitivity of this test is low. It is not recommended for routine fecal examinations. |