Cryptosporidium Parasite Test
$40.00
About this test
Cryptosporidium is a microscopic parasite that causes the diarrheal disease cryptosporidiosis. Both the parasite and the disease are commonly known as “Crypto.”
There are many species of Cryptosporidium that infect animals, some of which also infect humans. The parasite is protected by an outer shell that allows it to survive outside the body for long periods of time and makes it very tolerant to chlorine disinfection.
While this parasite can be spread in several different ways, water (drinking water and recreational water) is the most common way to spread the parasite.
** Please collect sample via the swab supplied. **
IQ Birdtesting diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis is made by examination of stool samples and are examined microscopically using acid-fast staining technique.
How to collect samples
Please, check our
instructional videos
on how to collect samples
Lab Test Specifications & Sample Submission
| Test Fee: | $40.00 |
|---|---|
| Turnaround Time: | 4–5 business days once sample is received at our laboratory (excludes weekends & holidays) |
| Required Specimen: | 1–2 drops of blood on sample form, card, or white paper (let dry before bagging) |
| Lab Credentials: | USDA APHIS Permit #146154 & USFWS License #A20389 (PCR / Molecular Analysis) |
| Lab Address & Hours: | iQBirdTesting (IQ Genetics LLC) — 4300 SW 73rd Ave, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33155 Lab Hours: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST | Support: (786) 418-1245 |
- Order Online: Complete your order to receive your printable submission form and order ID by email.
- Collect Specimen: Collect the required sample following our Blood Sample Collection Guide and place each sample in an individual zip-lock bag.
- Mail to Our Miami Lab: Mail samples to IQ Genetics LLC, 4300 SW 73rd Ave, Suite 107, Miami, FL 33155.
- Arrival Alert & Results: You receive an automatic email as soon as your sample arrives at the lab (when the turnaround clock begins) and a second email with your PDF certificate once results are ready.
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