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How do i preserve a stool sample? for how long does it last, to check for parasites/bacteria accurately?

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Dr. Clarence Lyons answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Instructions: The doctor that gave you the collection kit should have had instructions with it. Call the doctor that gave you the collection materials if you do not have the instructions.

Answered 4/8/2018

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