Pre-testing Requirements
No pre-testing requirements unless urgent micro for amoebae required
Additional Specimen Information
Specimen collection for Strongyloides: 3 samples collected on different days both fresh and PVA fixative. Fresh samples must be kept at room temperature DO NOT REFRIGERATE.
Sample - walnut size (minimum) faeces into labelled specimen container, and/or PVA fixative if available.Indicate patients travel history and/or if HIV positive or immunocompromised
Deliver to lab ASAP. Urgent testing by arrangement.
