Modified Acid Fast Technique, Intestinal parasites(Cryptosporidium spp.,Cyclospora cayetanensis)
Specimen:
Whole Blood collected in EDTA tube or filter paper (ordinary, but Whatman #3 is preferred if available)Volume/Quantity:
Approximately adult thumb sizeShedule of Collection:
anytimeCollection/Storage/Handling/Transport:
Collect in a clean screw-capped containerRunning Day:
Mon-FriCut off Day and Time:
Monday-Friday (8AM-4:30PM)*After 4:30PM please submit specimen and request through Clinical Laboratory