4029. Giardia, antigen in feces (qualitative determination)
Description
Giardiasis is a parasitic disease caused by Giardia. The disease is manifested by an acute violation of the activity of the organs of the gastrointestinal tract.
The detection of parasitic antigens in the potassium of a sick person makes it possible to determine the presence of Giardia in the intestines and confirm their role in the development of the disease.
The test is used to diagnose giardiasis and its differential diagnosis with other infectious diseases that affect the intestines. It is better to take it in combination with an assessment of the levels of antibodies to Giardia and other infectious pathogens.
When and who needs the test?
- diagnosis of acute and chronic forms of giardiasis;
- diagnosis of asymptomatic parasitism;
- differential diagnosis of diseases with similar clinical symptoms.
Biological material
- Stool
Preparing for stool testing
- Stool should not be sent for analysis after an enema, insertion of suppositories, or intake of castor or vaseline oil.
- According to the indications, the doctor prescribes a trial diet, which the patient follows for 4-5 days.
- Stool for analysis should not contain any foreign impurities, such as urine.
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