Eosinophil, Nasal Smear

Overview

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

Specimen Collection & Preparation

Client Notes

Swab specimens must be delivered to the laboratory within 4 hours of collection. 

If special pick up is required 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):

Clinical Interpretation

Reference Range:

0 - 4eos/100 WBC


Methodology:
  • Microscopic

Production Schedule

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

Coding & Compliance

CDM

01434022


CPT Coding

89190