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Worm Parasite ID 1323

Test Code
WORMID


Alias/See Also
WORMID


CPT Codes
87169

Includes
Identification of Worm


Preferred Specimen
Suspect nematode, cestode, trematode or other parasite collected in a sterile leak-proof container


Minimum Volume
1


Instructions
Send the suspected Worm in appropriate fixative


Transport Container
MISC


Transport Temperature
T


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Dependent on specimen viability
Refrigerated: Dependent on specimen viability
Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stool • Living specimens • Specimens collected from non-human sources


Methodology
Microscopic and Macroscopic Examination • Conventional Identification Techniques

Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 1-4 days


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


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.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153



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.