67200:PINWORM PREPARATION

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67200:PINWORM PREPARATION
Methodology: Microscopic Exam
Edit Date: 1/11/2008
Performed: Daily
Released: Same day
CPT Code: 87172
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: Perianal material using the SWUBE paddle. Also acceptable: Transparent tape preparation on a clean slide.
Stability: 24 hours ambient. Specimen unstable refrigerated or frozen.
Transport: Ambient.
Comments: Instructions for collection are included with the SWUBE paddle.
Rejection Criteria: Frosted tape; delayed transport; refrigerated or frozen specimen.

Negative.

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