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HelpTest Code M05 Parasite, Macroscopic Examination
Additional Codes
ALAB: PARASIT
PowerChart: Parasite Identification - Worm
MA Cerner: Parasite, Macroscopic Exam
Test Method
Macroscopic examination.
Specimen Requirement
Recovered organism.
Additional Specimen Collection Information
Send recovered organism in 10% formalin to the laboratory for transport to the microbiology department. Label the specimen appropriately with two identifiers, patient name and another identifier, (patient ID number, DOB, etc.) include date and time of collection.
Performance
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
Not applicable
CPT Code Information
87169 Identification of an Organism from Primary Source and Sensitivity Studies; Macroscopic examination; parasite
Useful For
Gross identification of parasites (eg, worms), and suspect material passed in stool.
LOINC Code Information
10644-3 Helminth Identified In Unspecified Specimen By Macro/Micro Identification