Blood Parasite Thick Smear
eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB883 Blood Parasites Exam
Order Questions
| LAB883 Blood Parasites Exam |
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Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Lav4-A | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: Off site locations must prepare smears within 6 hours of specimen collection and send with specimen.Transport Temperature: Ambient
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 6 hours
Refrigerate: n/a
Frozen: n/a
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| BLOOD PARASITES EXAM | 24429-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
4 Hours
CPT Code(s)
87207
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)