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Pinworm Exam (Enterobius)
MessageTesting performed at Sonora Quest Laboratories (test 4620).
Testing performed on site at WyMCC and BCCH.
Testing performed on site at WyMCC and BCCH.
Test Code
Pinworm Exam (Enterobius)
Alias/See Also
Test name - Pinworm Test - for WyMCC and BCCH facilities where the testing is performed on site.
CPT Codes
87172
Preferred Specimen
The ONLY acceptable specimen is a Scotch tape prep: 1-2 CLEAR scotch tape preps collected from perianal area prior to morning routine.
Instructions
Collect early morning just prior to morning routine.
1. Collect 1-2 scotch tape preps.
2. Separate the buttocks and press the tacky surface against several areas of the perianal region.
3. Transfer tape to clean glass slides with adhesive side down on slide. DO NOT USE FROSTED SLIDES.
See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.
1. Collect 1-2 scotch tape preps.
2. Separate the buttocks and press the tacky surface against several areas of the perianal region.
3. Transfer tape to clean glass slides with adhesive side down on slide. DO NOT USE FROSTED SLIDES.
See link below for specimen details, methodology, setup schedule and reference ranges.
Transport Container
Send slides in a slide holder taped securely and placed in plastic baggie or container.
Transport Temperature
Ambient / Room Temperature
Specimen Stability
Ambient: Send to Lab ASAP
Refrigerated: DO NOT refrigerate
Frozen: DO NOT freeze
Refrigerated: DO NOT refrigerate
Frozen: DO NOT freeze
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Unacceptable specimens:
Any specimen other than scotch tape preps.
Any specimen other than scotch tape preps.
Clinical Significance
Enterobius vermicularis, commonly known as a pinworm, a parasitic worm that typically infects children and other family members.
Performing Laboratory
Additional Information
Pinworm Exam (Enterobius)
