Worm Identification
Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure #: MPAR011A
CPT: 87169
Synonym(s): | Parasitology; Helminth identification; Worm ID, Ascariasis, Ascaris lumbricoides, Diphyllobothrium latum, Diphyllobothriasis, Pinworm, Enterobius vermicularis, Enterobiasis, Soil transmitted helminth, helminth, Tapeworm, Cysticercosis, Taenia sp., Hymenolepis sp., Trichuris trichiura, Trichuriasis, whipworm, roundworm, hookworm, Ascaris lumbricoides, Ascariasis, Echinococcus sp., Echinococcosis, fluke |
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Requisition Form | G-2B. |
Test Description | Morphological examination for the identification of helminths. |
Pre-Approval Needed | N/A |
Supplemental Information Required | Specific source of specimen and method of collection/collection site. |
Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human |
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing |
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Minimum Volume/Size Required | N/A |
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | Ambient temperature |
Transport Medium | 70% ethanol (preferred) or 10% formalin |
Specimen Labeling |
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Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements | Ship samples:
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Method |
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Turn-around Time | 3 days. |
Interferences/Limitations | Poor preservation or handling may contribute to specimen degradation. |
Common Causes for Rejection |
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Additional Information |
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