3 Day Parasitology

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The 3 Day Parasitology test can assist in identifying parasitic infection in a patient. Symptoms of parasitic infection include acute watery diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain and cramps, fatigue and weight loss. Testing over 3 consecutive days increases rates of parasitic detection by 95%. A 3 day parasitology can help to identify infection of parasites such as: Blastocystis hominis, Dientamoeba fragilis, Giardia lamblia, Endomilax nana and Entamoeba histolytica. All parasites that are detected during tested are reported in the patient’s lab results.

The parasites commonly detected include Blastocystis hominis, Dientamoeba fragilis, Giardia lamblia, Endomilax nana, Entamoeba histolytica and Cryptosporidium parvum. If any other parasites are detected, they will also be reported.

This test is specifically indicated for patients suspected of parasitic infection. A 3 day parasitology increases the likelihood of parasitic detection.

Test Kit

After the practitioner has provided a request form, the patient can order their 3 Day Parasitology kit online at befunctional.com.au/store

Specimen Requirements

Stool Sample over 3 consecutive days - Home Testing Kit

The test kit provided contains everything required to complete the test.

Patient Preparation:

  • Patients must follow their usual diet prior to collecting a stool specimen
  • The stool specimen must be collected in the morning, where possible or the first bowel motion of the day
  • If the patient is currently taking antibiotics, only proceed with this collection two weeks after the patient can completed the course of probiotic therapy
  • Natural laxatives can be used if constipation is a problem. This includes herbal and nutritional supplements. Do not use pharmaceutical laxatives as these medications can alter test results.

Turnaround Time:

The standard turnaround time for this test is 10-14 business days.

Price

$150.00

Additional $20.00 postage & handling fee applies to this test.

Payment

Prepayment is required when ordering test kit.

Code

3DP

Companion Tests:

  • Intestinal Permeability (IP)
  • Complete Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA)
  • Secretory IgA (sIgA)

The 3 Day Parasitology may be further supported by additional BeFunctional tests. The most relevant test here is the Complete Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA) which will provide a comprehensive assessment of the microbiology of the gut, including important biochemical markers, mycology (yeasts), parasitology, bacteriology and levels of beneficial bacteria. When a parasitic infection is present, it is often found that the levels of beneficial bacteria are significantly lowered, which may mean the parasite is using the bacteria as a nutrient source.

The Intestinal Permeability (IP) test may also be useful adjunct to the 3 Day Parasitology test. A "leaky gut" may be a predisposing factor to, or be caused by parasitic infection. Combining the 3 Day Parasitology with the CDSA and IP tests will provide a comprehensive overview of gut function and alert the practitioner to the additional need for gut repair.

Also worth considering as a companion test is the Secretory IgA (sIgA) which may be particularly indicated when the patient is fatigued and depleted as a result of parasitic infection. Secretory IgA levels in saliva are thought to be representative of the functional status of the entire mucosal system. Maintaining a high daily production of sIgA is essential for an adaptive immune response and may be significantly affected by the prolonged stress of parasitic infection on the body.

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    It is your responsibility to ensure you carefully follow all steps provided to ensure the health and safety of the couriers, postage workers, specimen reception and laboratory workers.

    There is no rebate offered through the Medicare Benefits Scheme for the kits available on the Australian Clinical Labs shopping cart. Some private health insurance companies may offer rebates, check with your health insurance provider for further details.

    You are responsible for selection the correct test through the online shopping portal, if you are unsure, confirm with your referring practitioner. If your kit arrives through the mail damaged, contact us immediately for a replacement – do not use or send back this kit.

    Australian Clinical Labs does issue refunds to unused tests for up to 6 months from purchase date, a cancellation fee of $30 applies to all kits. We do not issue refunds for kits purchased over 6 months prior to the refund request.

    All kits to be returned are to have the referral form included with the samples. Without this form, there will be no patient allocated to the results and the test will take longer to process.