3254. PCR. Panel Intestinal parasites. Protozoa_6: Giardia lamblia, Entamoeba histolytica, Cryptosporidium spp., Blastocystis hominis, Dientamoeba fragilis, Cyclospora cayetanensis (stool, qualitative determination)

Intestinal protozoan infections are parasitic diseases caused by protozoa. Protozoa include organisms that exist as single cells throughout all stages of their life cycle, distinguishing them from multicellular pathogens. Giardia, cryptosporidia, and hisenteric amebas are the most common pathogens causing intestinal protozoan infections that cause diarrhea.

Multiplex PCR testing allows for rapid screening of the most significant intestinal protozoan parasites. This diagnostic method is highly sensitive and accurate. Test results allow for a reliable determination of the presence or absence of protozoan intestinal infestations.

ATTENTION! If testing for bacterial and viral intestinal infections is ordered simultaneously, the samples must be delivered in separate containers.

When?

• For prolonged or recurrent diarrhea, especially watery diarrhea.
• For nonspecific gastrointestinal symptoms such as bloating, abdominal pain, nausea, or weight loss.
• After traveling to tropical or endemic regions (Asia, Africa, South America).
• In cases of established or suspected immunosuppression (HIV, chemotherapy, transplant).
• During epidemiological surveillance of outbreaks of water- or food-borne intestinal infections.
• During routine medical examinations, before hospitalization, or before admission to childcare or educational institutions.

Who?

• Adults and children with gastrointestinal complaints of unknown etiology.
• Patients with chronic gastrointestinal diseases and malabsorption syndrome.
• Immunocompromised individuals with severe parasitic infections.
• Medical personnel, food industry workers, childcare providers, and travelers.

• Stool

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