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Parasite Identification, Worm [3950X]
Test Code1323
CPT Codes
87169
Preferred Specimen
Suspect nematode, cestode, trematode or other parasite collected in a sterile leak-proof container
Instructions
Submit worm in alcohol as soon as possible. Specify specimen source on test requisition and specimen container. Do not send stool. Do not send living specimen.
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: Dependent on specimen viability
Refrigerated: Dependent on specimen viability
Frozen: Unacceptable
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