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Test Code PINW Pinworm Exam, Perianal

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Specimen Type

Varies


Specimen Required


Specimen Type: Perianal

Container/Tube:

Preferred: ParaClick Pinworm Paddle

Acceptable: SWUBE disposable paddle or similar method of collection

Specimen Volume: Entire specimen

Collection Instructions: See Pinworm Collection Instructions


Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time
Varies Ambient (preferred) 10 days
  Refrigerated  10 days

Reference Values

Negative (reported as positive or negative)

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

CPT Code Information

87172

Report Available

1 to 4 days

Specimen Retention Time

7 days

Reject Due To

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.