Stool Auramine Microscopic Exam
General Information
Lab Name
Stool Auramine Microscopic Exam
Lab Code
CYCLOP
Epic Name
Stool Auramine Microscopic Exam for Coccidia only
Description
This test has been replaced by Cryptosporidium and Coccidia Exam, Stool (Sendout) [1180]
Primarily for the detection of Cystoisospora belli (rare). NOT optimal test for Cryptosporidium and Cyclospora cayetanensis; order Enteric Pathogen Panel (STOEPM).
***Note: Effective 06/25/2026, this test is currently unavailable. Samples will be forwarded to ARUP Laboratories for Cryptosporidium and Coccidia Exam, Stool (Sendout) [#1180] and reported under "ARUP Miscellaneous Ambient Test (Sendout)" until further notice. ***
Synonyms
Coccidia, Cryptosporidia, Cystoisospora, O & P, Ova & Parasites
Components
| Code | Name |
|---|---|
| SDES | Specimen Description |
| SREQ | Special Requests |
| AURST | Auramine Stain |
| RPT | Report Status |
Interpretation
Reference Range
See individual componentsGuidelines
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
Submit feces in Para-Pak Ultra EcoFix vial or 10% formalin in clean container within 7 days of collection. Specimen will be rejected if greater than one week old.
Fresh (unpreserved) feces may be submitted to the lab within 2 hours of collection at room temp. Specimen will be rejected if unpreserved greater than 2 hours.
Transport from outside locations OK if refrigerated.
Handling Instructions
Three specimens should be collected on separate days, as the number of oocysts varies from day to day.
Quantity
requested: 1-2 mL stool
minimum: 1 mL stool
Processing
Specimen will be concentrated and smears prepared from sediment.
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Microbiology (MC)
Performing Location(s)
| CL |
Division of Infectious Disease Diagnostics (DIDD) - Phenotypic Microbiology
206-520-4600 1601 Lind Ave SW |
Hours of Operation: |
|---|---|---|
| UW-NW |
Main Lab
206-668-1344 UW Medical Center – Northwest |
Frequency
Monday-Friday, Not available on Holidays
Available STAT?
No