Parasite Identification, Worm

Overview

  • EPIC Code:
  • MISC
  • Soft Test Code:
  • MSOT
  • Send Out Test Code:
  • 1323
Alternate Names
  • Roundworm ID (Intestinal)
  • ID Parasite
  • Intestinal Parasite ID
  • Nematoda
  • Parasite Intestinal
  • Tapeworm ID (Intestinal)
  • Trematode
  • Worm Identification
  • WORM/Parasite Examination, Worm

Specimen Collection & Preparation

Specimen Requirements

Uspect nematode, Cestode, Trematode or other parasite (worm or segament) in a clean sealed leak proof container with 70% Alcohol


Transport And Storage

Dependant on Specimen Viability - Ambient 
Dependant on Specimen Viability - Refrigerated
Unacceptable - Frozen


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.


Minimum Volume


Neonatal Volume

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

No worms detected


Methodology:
  • Conventional Identification Techniques
  • Macroscopic Examination
  • Microscopic Examination

Production Schedule

Sites Performed
  • Quest - Chantilly
Days Performed
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Departments
  • Sendouts - Miscellaneous
Turn Around Time

1 to 3 days


Coding & Compliance

CDM

00913333


CPT Coding

87169