Pinworm Preparation
Test Code: 008631
Performing Lab: LabCorp
CPT Code: 87172 001
Synonym
Cellulose Tape Test; Enterobiasis Test; Enterobius; Verm Exam; Enterobius vermicularis; Preparation; Ova and Parasite, Pinworm Preparation; Scotch(R); Tape Test
Specimen Type
Slide or pinworm paddle
Specimen Container
Glass slide in slide transport or pinworm paddle
Volume
One slide or one pinworm paddle
Specimen Handling
Collect specimen as soon as possible after patient arises and prior to defecation or bathing. Pat the perianal area with the sticky side of cellophane tape (do not use frosted tape), attach to a glass slide, and ship slide in a slide mailer. Alternatively, a pinworm paddle device may be used to collect specimen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Use of nontransparent Scotch(R) Tape; Scotch(R) Tape on both sides of the slide; specimen that is not inside a covered container; use of frosted slide; tape sent sticky side up; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label
Temperature
Maintain specimen at room temperature.
Methodology
Microscopy
| Result Code | Result Name | LOINC |
|---|---|---|
| 008632 | Pinworm Prep - Enterobius | 675-9 |
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