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Test Code
PID
Test Name
Parasite Identification, Macroscopic
CPT Codes
87169
Included Tests
Macroscopic Parasite Identification
Expected Turnaround Time
1 - 3 days
Clinical Utility

Parasitic diseases around the world have one of the highest morbidity and mortality rates. Proper diagnosis of parasitic infections relies on proper collection, transport, and identification of parasites in specimens. Macroscopic parasites recovered from patient specimens can be submitted to the laboratory for identification. If there is suspicion for microscopic parasites order and OP.
Specimen and Container Info

Specimen: Suspected Human Parasite for Identification

Container: Sterile Container
Collection Instructions

If there will be a delay in transport and there is concern for desiccation, submit in formalin or with a small amount of saline.

Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

5 days
Causes for Rejection
  • Submission of stool or bodily fluids is not acceptable for this order code. See Ova and Parasite Exam (OP).
  • For identification of suspected arachnids - ticks, bedbugs, lice - please use order code Arthropod Identification (ARID)
Methodology
Microscopic Examination
Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Alternate Names
  • Worm Identification
  • Tapeworm
  • Proglottid
  • Ascaris
  • Hookworm
  • Nematode
Testing Schedule
Routine, 5 times per week
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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