- 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.
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
Last Updated: October 7, 2024 @ 9:13 am
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