Microsporidia
Microsporidia Test
Procedure: MPAR004A
CPT: 87207
| Synonym(s): | Parasitology; Enterocytozoon test; Encephalitozoon test |
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| Requisition Form | G-2B |
| Test Description | Microscopic morphological examination for the detection and identification of microsporidia |
| Pre-Approval Needed | N/A |
| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human Feces; other body fluids less frequently |
| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing | Human Feces preserved in 10% formalin; call for handling instructions for other body fluids |
| Minimum Volume/Size Required | Approximately 5 mL |
| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | Ambient temperature for formalinized feces; call for handling instructions for other body fluids |
| Transport Medium | 10% formalin |
| Specimen Labeling | At least 2 patient specific identifiers: First and last name as one identifier and a DOB or a unique patient specific identifier (e.g. Medical Record number). |
| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements | Ship as Biological Substance Category B at ambient temperature for formalized feces; call for handling instructions for other body fluids |
| Method | Microscopic examination of a modified trichrome stained smear (Weber-Green method) |
| Turn-around Time | 3 days |
| Interferences/Limitations |
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| Causes for Rejection | No specimen received; expired media; no identifiers on containers |
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