Fecal Sedimentation (Qualitative)

Section: Parasitology

Fee: $24.50

Turnaround Time: 1–2 business days

Days Test Started: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Species: All Species

Specimen

Name Container Minimum Amount
FecesLeakproof container1 gram (~1 teaspoon)

Collection Information

Fresh, chilled feces. Do not freeze.

Shipping Information

If shipping different tissue types, clearly label each container with owner and animal ID (if applicable) and sample/tissue type. Ship specimens overnight with an ice pack. DO NOT SHIP OVER WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY.

Additional Information

Less sensitive than flotations or Baermann technique. Detects heavy parasite eggs and larve of Strongyloides stercoralis.