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Parasite Identification, Worm
Test Code3950
CPT Codes
87169
Preferred Specimen
Suspect nematode, cestode, trematode or other parasite collected in a sterile, leak-proof container
Other Acceptable Specimens
Suspect nematode, cestode, trematode or other parasite in 10% formalin
Instructions
Submit tapeworm in saline and other parasites in 70% alcohol as soon as possible. Specify specimen source on test request form and specimen container. Do not send stool.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 60 days
Refrigerated: 60 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: 60 days
Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stool
Methodology
Conventional Identification Techniques • Macroscopic Examination • Microscopic Examination
Setup Schedule
Mon-Fri
Report Available
1 to 4 Day(s)
Clinical Significance
Some parasitic diseases can be diagnosed by recovering the intact parasite in adult, immature or larval form. The symptoms of the diseases caused by each parasite varies, dependent upon the type of parasite.
