23540:SEMEN ANALYSIS, POST-VASECTOMY

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23540:SEMEN ANALYSIS, POST-VASECTOMY
Alias Names: POST-VASECTOMY SEMEN ANALYSIS
Methodology: Microscopic examination of centrifuged and uncentrifuged semen for presence or absence of sperm
Edit Date: 12/4/2009
Performed: Daily
Released: Same day
CPT Code: 83921
Specimen Collection Details
Collection: Total semen sample by masturbation into a clean, dry glass or plastic container. Refrigerate. Send to the laboratory same day (24-hour maximum delay). Patient may deliver specimen to PeaceHealth Laboratories, 123 International Way, Springfield, between 8 A.M. and 5 P.M., Monday-Friday, or to any PeaceHealth Laboratories Patient Service Center.
Handling: Refrigerate. Indicate time collected. Enter patient’s date of birth, spouse’s FULL name, insurance information, and current address on test requisition.
Standard Volume: Total semen specimen.
Minimum Volume: 200 µL semen.
Transport: Refrigerated.
Rejection Criteria: Leaking container.

No motile sperm present.

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