UW Hospital and Clinics Lab Test Directory
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Smear for Eosinophils, Nasopharyngeal Swab
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| Test Code(s): |
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NPSMEO / HCNPSMEO
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| CPT Code(s): |
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89190
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| Methodology: |
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Manual Microscopy
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| Days Performed: |
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Daily, 24 hours.
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| Turnaround Time: |
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Stat: Not available stat.
Routine: Up to 4 hours.
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Specimen Requirements
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| Specimen: |
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Nasal swab
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| Collection Instructions: |
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Collect nasopharyngeal swab and make smear on microscope slide. Mark side on which smear is made.
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Place in protective slide holder and transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220).
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Interpretation
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No reference range available for nasal secretions.
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