Eggs and Parasites, Urine

Test information

Alternative name(s)

Bilharzia, schistosomiasis

Code CDL

Bill

Clinical use

-

Patient preparation

The patient must drink a large quantity of water with the sample (at least 500mL). The patient must be physically active after drinking the water; they should walk, climb stairs, jump, etc., until they feel the need to urinate.

Appointment Required

-

Turnaround time

3

Specimen requirements

Type of sample

Urine or 24-hour urine

Container

Sterile urine container / 24-hour urine container

Technical instructions

The bladder must be completely emptied and all urine collected. A 24-hour urine container can be used.

Stability

Refrigerate (< 2 days)

Price

95 $