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 #

Pinworm

Test Code
5640


Alias/See Also
Enterobiasis Test (Pinworm); Cellulose Tape Test (Pinworm); Pinworm Preparation (Pinworm); Enterobius vermicularis Preparation (Pinworm); Scotch Tape Test (Pinworm)


Preferred Specimen
Collect perianal material on paddle (ARUP Supply # 45572).


Minimum Volume
Collection device at 2-8°C. Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.


Transport Temperature
Collection device at 2-8°C. Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines.


Specimen Stability
Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 2 days; Frozen: Unacceptable


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Frosted or colored tape.  Preserved stool.


Methodology
Qualitative Microscopic Examination

Setup Schedule
Sun-Sat


Report Available
Within 24 hours




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.