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Test Code LAB883 Blood Parasite Smear

Intended Use

Thick and thin smears of peripheral blood are made, stained and examined to detect the presence of blood parasites, especially Plasmodium species.

Methodology

Giemsa Stain and Wright’s Stain

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Whole Blood

Container Type: Pink or Purple EDTA

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: Forward promptly.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87207