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Ova and Parasites, Microscopic exam

Test Code
OAP


CPT Codes
87177

Instructions
Follow manufacturer's instructions.


Transport Container
O&P Transport tubes


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Unpreserved or refrigerated specimens


Reference Range
Negative If positive, organism will be identified.


Clinical Significance
Useful for the detection of ova and parasites. Specify Source.  Recommend 3 stool specimens collected over a 3-day period.




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.