Microbial ova-parasite examination, urine

This test detects ova (egg) or parasites in urine. It is used to evaluate a suspected parasitic infection called schistosomiasis. This infection is caused by Schistosoma (parasitic worms).

Laboratory tests may be done for many reasons. Tests are performed for routine health screenings or if a disease or toxicity is suspected. Lab tests may be used to determine if a medical condition is improving or worsening. Lab tests may also be used to measure the success or failure of a medication or treatment plan. Lab tests may be ordered for professional or legal reasons. You may need this test if you have:

• Infection by Schistosoma

Random terminal urine:

To prepare for giving a urine sample, be sure to drink enough fluids before the test, unless you have been given other instructions. Try not to empty your bladder before the test.

24 hour terminal urine collection:

During a 24-hour urine collection, follow your usual diet and drink fluids as you ordinarily would, unless healthcare workers give you other instructions. Avoid drinking alcohol before and during the urine collection.

A terminal urine sample may be collected randomly or over 24 hours for this test. A terminal urine sample collects the last portion of the urine passed (approximately 10 to 20 milliliters).

Random terminal urine:

Ask the healthcare worker how to properly collect the samples needed for this test.

24 hr terminal urine collection:

For this type of urine collection, all of the "terminal urine" that you pass over a 24 hour period must be collected. Ask the healthcare worker how to properly collect the samples needed for this test.

The amount of discomfort you feel will depend on many factors, including your sensitivity to pain. Communicate how you are feeling with the person doing the test. Inform the person doing the test if you feel that you cannot continue with the test.

Random or 24 hour terminal urine collection:

This test usually causes no discomfort.

Random terminal urine:

After collecting a urine sample, close the container if it has a lid. Place the container where the healthcare worker asked you to put it. Clean your hands with soap and water.

24 hour terminal urine collection:

When 24-hour urine collection is complete, close the container and seal the lid tightly. Return the sample in the urine container to the facility or healthcare worker as instructed. If you had the sample in an ice bath, return the sample within two hours after removing the container from the ice bath.

You have the right to help plan your care. To help with this plan, you must learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. You can then discuss treatment options with your caregivers. Work with them to decide what care may be used to treat you. You always have the right to refuse treatment.