Eosinophil, Nasal Smear

Overview

  • EPIC Code:
  • LAB2490
  • Soft Test Code:
Alternate Names
  • EOSN

Specimen Collection & Preparation

Client Notes

If special pick up is required for stability, please contact PHL Client Response at 266-1500 to request a Stat courier pick-up.


Specimen Requirements:

-OR-

Liquid Amies Aerobic Culture Swab
Specimen Information:


Collection Instructions:

  1. Have patient first blow nose
  2. Using a cotton tipped swab, gently swab the nasal passages
  3. Label swab with patient's full legal name, date of birth, collection site, date and time


Transport and Storage:
  • Ambient (18-24°C): 4 Hours

Must be delivered to the testing laboratory within 4 hours of collection

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

0 - 4 Eos/100 WBC


Methodology:
  • Microscopic

Production Schedule

Sites Performed
  • Parkview Regional Medical Center
Days Performed
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Departments
  • Hematology
Turn Around Time

Same day/1 to 2 days


Coding & Compliance

CDM

01434022


CPT Coding

89190