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Last Updated: April 24, 2024 @ 9:13 am
4620	Pinworm Tape Test
Specimen:	Collect:	Pinworm Paddle
	Submit:	Other in Pinworm 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 Slides made with tape. Only samples on pinworm paddle are accepted
	Stability:	Ambient: 2 Day(s); Refrigerated: 2 Day(s); Frozen: Unacceptable; Incubated: Unacceptable
Methodology:	Microscopy
Performed:	Sun-Sat
Reported:	1-2 Day(s)
CPT Codes:	87172
Interpretive Data:	Please see report for interpretive data.
Components:	4620 - PINWORM TAPE TEST 4929 - REVIEW INDICATED

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