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Test Name:
Eosinophil Smear, Feces
- SBMF No:
25030 - Performance Lab Name:
Hematology - Test Mnemonic:
ST EO SM - ABN:
Not required - CPT Code:
89055 - LOINC Code:
14326-3 - Also Known As:
Fecal Eosinophils - Spec Type:
Feces, fresh, random - Spec Container:
Plastic container with tightly fitting lid - Pref Vol:
5.0g - Min Vol:
2.0 g - Patient Prep:
Collect prior to any barium procedures
If after barium procedure, wait 2-7 days or until feces clears fo white, chalky material - Spec Collect:
Routine random feces collection - Spec Store Transport:
Refrigerated - Spec Stability:
24 hours refrigerated (2-8°C) - Spec Reject:
Specimen contaminated with material from barium procedure - Methodology:
Microscopic Examination - Use:
Detect eosinophils in feces - Clinical Significance:
Fecal eosinophils may be seen in parasitic infections, allergic reactions and miscellaneous gastrointestinal disorders including eosinophilic gastroenteritis. - Reference Range:
No defined reference range - Day Run:
Sun-Sat (daily) - Time Run:
As received - Time Reported:
4 hours - Test Type:
FECES
