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Malaria Smear
Test CodeMALSM
CPT Codes
87207
Preferred Specimen
EDTA (LAV)
Fingerstick Smears
Fingerstick Smears
Instructions
Draw at peak of fever or directly after.
Methodology
Manual Slide review
Reference Range
Results are reported as Negative or Positive.
All Positive slides will include a % malaria parasite quantitation and a species identification, pathology review.
Species Identification: P. Falciparum; P. Ovale; P. Malariae; P. Vivax
Public Health Reportable
All Positive slides will include a % malaria parasite quantitation and a species identification, pathology review.
Species Identification: P. Falciparum; P. Ovale; P. Malariae; P. Vivax
Public Health Reportable
Clinical Significance
Aid in and confirm a malaria diagnosis.
Performing Laboratory
CRMC Laboratory
