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Hansel Stain For Eosinophil's

Message
Test performed by York Hospital Laboratory.


Test Code
UEOS


Alias/See Also
Eosinophil Stain


CPT Codes
87205

Preferred Specimen
Nasal Aspirate, Nasal Wash, Nasopharyngeal Swab, or Urine


Transport Container
Sterile Container, Leak-Proof


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 2 hours
Refrigerated: 48 hours
Frozen: Not recommended


Methodology
Microscopic Examination Hansel Stain

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Next Day


Reference Range
None seen


Clinical Significance
The nasal smear is used to determine whether symptoms are caused by allergy or infection. The presence of eosinophils in the urine is seen in acute interstitial nephritis, which is caused by an allergic reaction, typically to drugs.




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.