Microscopic examination and identification of worms or insects
Microbiology
Bacteriology
Acceptable specimens ○ Whole worm or segments or worm (proglottids) from clinical specimen
Other Information
○ On requisition note if patient has: eosinophilia, HIV, immunocompromised, has a critical illness or was admitted to ICU, or had a previous parasitic infection.
○ On requisition note if: patient is a new immigrant or refugee or returned traveler under ‘Travel’ section of the requisition. Indicate Country/Region
○ Sterile container
Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery
PHOL
○ Up to 3 days
416-586-4800 extension 4647
NO
○ Label specimen container. Place specimens in biohazard bag and seal.
○ Transport specimens to the UHN/SH Microbiology Laboratory at room temperature (20-25˚C)
○ The specimen will be referred to the Public Health Ontario Laboratory for testing