Micro Exam for EOS

Message

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Test Code

EOSST

Alias/See Also

70502;
EOS (urine);
Eosinophil Count (U);
Nasal Smear Eosinophil

CPT Codes
87205

Preferred Specimen

Urine - 10 mLs, clean catch, unpreserved. Indicate source.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated = Urine

Specimen Stability

48 hours

Methodology
Microscopic

Setup Schedule

Sunday - Saturday
RFMVH

Report Available

1 day

Clinical Significance

Nasal: Screening test to aid in diagnosis of allergic rhinitis.
Urine: The presence of eosinophils has been noted in pyelonephritis, transplant rejection and drug-induced acute interstitial cystitis.

Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439

Last Updated: February 27, 2024

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