A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z #

Parasite Identification

Test Code
Lab247


Alias/See Also
WMID
Worm ID


CPT Codes
87169

Preferred Specimen
Worm


Instructions
Submit specimen in screw cap container containing 10% formalin. 


Transport Container
Sterile container


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Ambient – 7 days


Methodology
Conventional identification techniques (macroscopic and microscopic)

Clinical Significance
Identification of worms including nematodes, cestodes, and trematodes. 


Performing Laboratory
Meritus Microbiology



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.