Microsporidia – Biopsy
Specimen Requirements
| Test Requested | Required Requisition(s) | Specimen Type | Minimum Volume | Collection Kit |
Ova and parasites1 |
Biopsies, corneal scrapings |
N/A |
Container with sterile saline |
Submission and Collection Notes
The suspected organism may be included under the ‘Test Description’.
Please note on the requisition (under other): If the patient has Eosinophilia, HIV, is immunocompromised, has a critical illness or was admitted to ICU, or had a previous parasitic infection.
Indicate Country/Region and if the patient is a new immigrant or refugee or returned traveler under ‘Travel’ section of the requisition. It is imperative that the foreign country be identified.
Preparation Prior to Transport
Label the specimen container with the patient’s full name, date of collection and one other unique identifier such as the patient’s date of birth or Health Card Number. Failure to provide this information may result in rejection or testing delay.
Place specimen container in a biohazard bag and seal. Store specimen at room temperature prior to shipping to PHO laboratory.
Test Frequency and Turnaround Time (TAT)
Microsporidia bowel testing is performed Monday to Friday.
Turnaround time is up to 3 days from receipt by the PHO laboratory.
Reporting
Results are reported to the ordering physician or health care provider as indicated on the requisition
Specimens are examined by microscopy for spores.
Microsporidia are stained with a Modified Trichrome stain.
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