Qualitative Fecal Flotation ZnSO4

Specimen

Collection Information

GENERAL - Label all containers with appropriate information - Animal ID, Owner Name, Veterinarian, Sample Type, Date.
REFRIGERATION - Refrigerate all samples until shipment.
FECES - Collect feces in a leakproof container (sealable plastic bag or jar - do NOT submit in gloves). Collect feces that is free of debris and bedding.

Shipping Information

OVERNIGHT - Ship overnight in an insulated shipper with ice packs (pack absorptive material to collect moisture) DO NOT SHIP OVER THE WEEKEND OR HOLIDAY - NO SATURDAY DELIVERY
LEAKS - Ensure all samples are in leakproof packages and clearly labeled with Tissue Type/Animal ID/Owner Name. Include absorptive material to collect any leaks - double bag any fresh tissues.
PAPERWORK - Package paperwork separately in a waterproof, sealable plastic bag. Ensure paperwork is complete and specimens are labeled for easy matching. If you are using CF.755 Multiple Animal Continuation Form, please include a hard copy and email a copy to addl@purdue.edu.
FECES - Ensure the container is securely sealed. Double bag all diarrhea samples to contain any leaks.

Additional Information

For detection of Giardia sp., other protozoa, and Filaroides sp. See the Comprehensive Small Animal Giardia/Cryptosporidium panel or Large Animal Giardia/Cryptosporidium panel for cases of undiagnosed diarrhea and the Small Animal Giardia screen for increased sensitivity of Giardia sp. detection.