An ova and parasite test looks for parasites And their test circle (OVA) in your stool monster. A parasite A parasite is a small plant or animal that receives calories by living off another being. Parasites have the opportunity to live in the digestive system and cause disease. They are popular as intestinal parasites . Intestinal parasites Tens of millions of people around the world suffer from them. They are more common in states with poor sanitation facilities, but millions of people in the United States get sick each year.
The most common species of parasites the United States are Giardia and Cryptosporidium, often called crypto. This parasites often occurs in
- Rivers, lakes, streams, and anything that looks clean again
- Pools and hot tubs
- Surfaces such as bathroom levers and faucets, diapers, tables, and toys. These areas have a good opportunity to contain the stool of an infected person.
- Food
- Soil
Many people suffer from intestinal disease parasite when they accidentally swallow dirty water or drink from a lake or stream. Babies in day care centers are at a higher risk of infection. Babies have a good chance of picking it up the parasite infected surface and put their fingers in their mouths.
Fortunately, most parasite The infection will disappear or be treated. However a parasite infection can cause serious problems in people with weak immune systems. Immune systems can be weakened by HIV/AIDS, cancer, or other disorders. Babies and the elderly have weak immune systems.
Other names: parasitic Study (stool), stool sample test, stool O & amp; P, fecal output.
What is it used for?
An ova and parasite The test is used to if parasites Infections of the digestive system. If an infection has already been diagnosed with your a parasite infection, you can use this test to see if treatment is imminent.
Why do I need an ova and parasite test?
Your caregiver can order the test if you or your baby are having intestinal complaints parasite . These include:
- Diarrhea that lasts more than a few days
- Abdominal pain
- Blood and/or mucus in the stool
- Nausea and vomiting
- Gas
- High fever
- Weight loss
Sometimes these signs go away without healing and no testing is needed. However, if you or your baby’s symptoms can command investigation a parasite High risk of infection and complications. Risk points are as follows
- Years. Babies and the elderly have more fragile immune systems. This makes them safer from infection and
- Disease. certain diseases such as HIV/AIDS and cancer can weaken the immune system.
- Certain medications. Some diseases are treated with drugs that destroy the immune system. This is one of the a parasite more serious infection.
- Worsening of signs. If symptoms do not improve over time, a drink or another treatment may be needed.
What happens during an OVA and parasite test?
You will need to hand over a sample of the stool. Your midwife or your baby’s midwife will give you specific instructions on how to collect and send your sample. Your notes will have every opportunity to connect well:
- Wear rubber or latex gloves.
- Collect and store the stools in a special container received from your care provider or lab.
- If diarrhea is present, a large plastic roll can be attached to the toilet seat. In this way it is easier to collect personal stools. Next, place the bag in the container.
- Make sure no urine, toilet water, or toilet paper is mixed with the prototype.
- Close and label the container.
- Remove gloves and wash hands.
- Return the container to your health care provider as soon as possible. Parasites can prove difficult to find if stools are not tested quickly enough. If you cannot go to your own supplier right away, you must cool the sample until you are ready to give it up.
If you must collect monsters from an infant, you must
- Wear rubber or latex gloves.
- Cover the baby’s diaper with plastic wrap.
- Place foil to prevent urine and stool from mixing.
- Place the packaged plastic sample in a special jar received from your baby’s care provider.
- Remove gloves and wash hands.
- Return the container to your care provider as soon as possible. If you cannot go to your own care provider right away, you will need to let the monster cool until you are ready to pass it on.
You may need to collect some stool samples from you or your baby in the direction of a few days. The translation of that is parasites You will not be able to see in every sample. A specific number of samples builds your chances. the parasites will be found.
Do I need to make any special preparations for the test?
No special preparation is required for OVA and parasite test.
Are there any risks involved in the process?
There is no general risk to the eggs and parasite test.
What do the results mean?
Negative results mean that no parasites found. May mean that they are not a parasite Infected or not enough parasites Found. Your care provider can retest and/or order any type of test to make a diagnosis.
A positive result means you are infected. a parasite Results will show an image and a number. of parasites you have.
Intestinal Treatment parasite With infection, one must almost always drink plenty of water. This is because diarrhea and nausea can cause dehydration (loss of very large amounts of water from the body). To heal, it may be accompanied by medications that the parasites simplifies the symptoms.
If you have any questions about the outcome, consult your own health care provider.
Is there anything else I need to do in relation to eggs? and parasite test?
There are steps you can take to prevent a parasite contagious diseases. These include
- Always wash your hands before walking to the bathroom, changing diapers, and touching food.
- Do not drink water from lakes, streams, or rivers if you are not perhaps aware.
- If you are going camping or in some countries where the water supply is not safe, protect wet food washed with tap water, ice, and tap water. Bottled water is not dangerous.
- If you doubt whether the water is not dangerous, cook before drinking. kill the water for 1-3 minutes the parasites Wait until the water is cool before you drink it. & lt; pran & gt; Infection almost always involves large amounts of water. This is because diarrhea and nausea can cause dehydration (loss of very large amounts of water from the body). The cure consists of medications that illuminate the symptoms of diarrhea and nausea.
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