White Blood Cells, Stool

Test Code
STWB


CPT Codes
87205

Preferred Specimen
Fresh Stool


Instructions
Collect in a sterile screw-capped container


Transport Container
Sterile leakproof container


Methodology
Slide Examination

Reference Range
No WBC seen


Clinical Significance
Useful for the determination of white blood cells in stool specimens.




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.