Description
This test is used to look for parasitic organisms or ova (eggs) in a stool sample. The most common cause of parasitic infection is through consuming contaminated food or water. Common symptoms of parasites in the lower digestive tract include prolonged diarrhea, blood or mucus in stool, nausea and abdominal pain.
Disease/Condition
Digestive Disease,
Parasitic organism
Location
Specimen
Type
Microscopy