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Tick (and other Arthropods) Identification [57000]

Test Code
S52380


CPT Codes
87168

Preferred Specimen
1 live tick submitted in alcohol preserve


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 1 year
Refrigerated: 1 year


Methodology
Microscopic and Macroscopic Examination

Setup Schedule
Mon, Thu


Report Available
2 to 5 days


Clinical Significance
Arthropods/insects may be vectors of disease and may cause infestations of skin, hair, and mucous membranes. Diagnosis of a disease or infestation may be achieved by recovery and identification of the intact arthropod/insect.




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.