What does Cryptosporidium cause?

Cryptosporidium is a microscopic parasite that causes the diarrheal disease cryptosporidiosis. Both the parasite and the disease are commonly known as “Crypto.” There are many species of Cryptosporidium that infect animals, some of which also infect humans.

How is Cryptosporidium treated?

Cryptosporidiosis treatment options include: Anti-parasitic drugs. Medications such as nitazoxanide (Alinia) can help relieve diarrhea by attacking the parasites. Azithromycin (Zithromax) may be given with one of these medications in people with compromised immune systems.

How Cryptosporidium is diagnosed?

Diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis is made by examination of stool samples. Because detection of Cryptosporidium can be difficult, patients may be asked to submit several stool samples over several days.

What are symptoms of Cryptosporidium?

The most common symptom of cryptosporidiosis is watery diarrhea….What are the symptoms of cryptosporidiosis, when do they begin, and how long do they last?

• Watery diarrhea.
• Stomach cramps or pain.
• Dehydration.
• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Fever.
• Weight loss.

What are the symptoms of Cryptosporidium antigen, EIA?

Cryptosporidium Antigen, EIA – Cryptosporidium is the causative agent of Cryptosporidiosis. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain and respiratory problems lasting from several days to more than a month and often leading to presistant infection or death.

Is there a quest test for Cryptosporidium antigen?

Not offered in Quest Nichols Institute -San Juan Capistrano, CA | Quest Nichols Institute – Valencia, CA. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to find available tests you can order. Cryptosporidium Antigen, EIA – Cryptosporidium is the causative agent of Cryptosporidiosis.

How is the diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis made?

Diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis is made by examination of stool samples. Because detection of Cryptosporidium can be difficult, patients may be asked to submit several stool samples over several days.

What does a positive ELISA mean for Cryptosporidium?

If an interpretive report is provided, the reference value field will state this. A positive enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) indicates the presence of antigens of cryptosporidium and is interpreted as evidence of infection with that organism.