4620 Pinworm Tape Test

Specimen:

Collect:

Pinwheel Paddle

Submit:

Pinwheel Paddle. Submit Ambient.

Special Handling:

Collect perianal specimen on pinworm paddle.
Press sticky side of paddle against several areas of the perianal region. Collect first thing in the morning before a bowel movement or bath.
Handle specimens with care as gravid female worms contain numerous ova and are highly infectious. Wash hands after handling.
A series of 3 morning specimens are recommended to rule out pinworms.

Rejection Criteria:

Stool in preservative

Stability:

Ambient: 2 Day(s); Refrigerated: Unacceptable; Frozen: Unacceptable; Incubated: Unacceptable

Methodology:

Microscopy

Performed:

Sun-Sat

Reported:

1-2 Day(s)

CPT Codes:

87172 - Pinworn exam, cellophane tape prep