About this test
Diarrhoea/dysentery work-up – ova, cysts, blood, pH, reducing substances.
Parameters
2 parameters available in the current test details.
- pH
- Reducing Substances
Sample & preparation
- Sample
- Stool – fresh, clean wide-mouth container (not contaminated with urine)
- Preparation
- Deliver within 1–2 h; avoid barium/laxatives 5–7 days before parasite examination.
Confirm preparation and reporting time with OnePLUS when booking. Your referring clinician can advise which investigation is appropriate.