Test Name

STOOL MICROSCOPY

Aliases

STOOL FOR OVA/ CYST

Abbreviations

STOOL O/C

Test Classification

GROUPED TEST

Department

MICROBIOLOGY

Sub Department

GENERAL

TAT Category

BUSINESS (WORKING) TIME

Estimated TAT

2

TAT Units

HOURS

Test Requirements

10gms, Clean, dry, wide mouthed leak proof container which is labeled. Test components: Microscopic and macroscopic examination.

Clinical Utility

Work-up for gastroenteritis & suspected parasitic infection.

Last Review

26th Feb 2026