TEST NAME | Arthropod Identification |
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DEPARTMENT | PARA |
TESTS | P1 |
DESCRIPTION | Identification is made by microscopic exam or referred to Vector Test Directory Control if necessary. |
SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | SPECIMEN: Arthropod or skin scrapings. CONTAINER: If arthropod, use a jar or cup. If skin scraping, use mineral oil to scrape skin, then transfer to glass slide and cover with another glass slide. COLLECTION and TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: See Parasitology specimen collection guide for details. |
TURNAROUND TIME (TAT) | 1 week (final) |
REFERENCE RANGE | By report |
TEST METHOD | Microscopy |
CPT CODES | 87168 |