Parasite Identification, Worm
Test code: 3950
CPT code(s): 87169
Clinical significance: Some parasitic diseases can be diagnosed by recovering the intact parasite in adult, immature or larval form. The symptoms of the diseases caused by each parasite varies, dependent upon the type of parasite.
Methodology: Microscopic and Macroscopic Examination • Conventional Identification Techniques
Alternative name(s): ID Parasite, ID, Parasite Intestinal, Intestinal Parasite ID, Nematoda, Roundworm ID (Intestinal), Tapeworm ID (Intestinal), Trematode, Worm ID
Supply: #U02 90mL Sterile w/ Green Lid
Preferred specimen(s): Suspect nematode, cestode, trematode or other parasite collected in a sterile, leak-proof container
Collection instructions: Submit worm in alcohol as soon as possible. Specify specimen source on test requisition and specimen container. Do not send stool. Do not send living specimen.
Transport container: Sterile, leak-proof container
Transport temperature: Room temperature
- Room Temperature: Dependent on organism integrity
- Refrigerated: Dependent on organism integrity
- Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject criteria:
- Stool
- Living specimens
- Specimens collected from non-human sources
For additional supply or collection device information, please contact DLO's Customer Service at (800) 891-2917, option 2.
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