BLOOD PARASITE EXAM
| Synonyms: | Malaria Smear; Malaria Smear and Antigen; Trypanosoma Blood Smear; Tissue Helminths and Parasites |
| Computer Code: | (BLPARA) |
| Specimen Collection: | Peripheral blood in EDTA (lavender top tube from BD). All samples received for the test blood parasite exam will first be screened for Plasmodium species using a rapid antigen test. |
| Minimum Volume: | |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Maintain at room temperature. Transport specimen to lab at room temperature within 6 hours of collection. |
| Reference Values: | No tissue helminths or protozoa identified. |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | SPEC M |
| Test Frequency: | Daily |
| Routine TAT: | same day |
| Stat TAT: | same day |
| CPT Code(s): | 87899, 87207 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |