Eosinophil Smear, Urine

Test Code
EOSSM


Preferred Specimen
Urine, random


Instructions
Deliver urine to lab as soon as possible.


Transport Container
Swab or random urine.


Transport Temperature
Transport as soon as possible after collection. May refrigerate up to 12 hours.


Reference Range
See report for normal ranges.


Clinical Significance
Eosinophils may be found in the urine of patients with tubulointerstitial disease associated with hypersensitivity to drugs as penicillin and its analogues.




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