Cyclospora Banking (NPHLBK)  

 
NPHL has moved to an electronic ordering system, NUlirt, and it is now the preferred method to order all tests. Once ordered, print a "batch list" (see NUlirt Guide).

Forms Required - Nulirt batch list or NPHL Test Request Form (completed in entirety) must accompany the specimen to include the following information: symptoms and date of onset, pregnancy status, travel and vaccine history. Testing will not be performed without all required information.

Please call NPHL Client Services at (402) 559-2440 or toll free at (800) 334-0459 for further clarification.

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Test: Cyclospora Banking
  • No pre-approval needed
  • NUlirt Order: NPHBK
 
Synonym: Cyclosporiasis  
Method:
  • Banking and sequencing
 
Availability:
  • Performed Monday-Friday
  • Tournaround time 24-48 hours
 
Specimen:
  • Fresh stool
  • Stool in any preservation media except formalin
 
Collection Device:
  • Add stool to fill line marked on proto-fix vialt
  • Follow manufacturer's recommendations
  • Seal with Parafilm™ or tape
 
  • Test subject to CLIA regulations and requires 2 patient identifiers on container and requisiton forms
 
Volume: Minimum 1 mL  
Storage/Transport:  
Unacceptable:
  • Dry specimen
  • Leaking container
  • Specimen in formalin
 
Specimen Stability: Store at 4 ºC  
Reference Interval:  
Reportable Disease:  
Comments: Test results are to be used for epidemiological and infection control purposes only  
Revised: 4/2/2024 
If you have questions about proper specimen collection, please call NPHL Client Services at (402) 559-2440 or toll free at (800) 334-0459.

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