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Ectoparasites, Identification of
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | P416 |
| Performed by | Microbiology |
| In House Availability | Monday-Friday, day shift |
| Collection Instructions | Place insect in gauze or tissue moistened with water and submit in a clean container. Refrigerate until submitted to laboratory. |
| Container type | Urine cup or clean container with gauze moistened with water |
| Sample type | Parasite |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Improperly collected or stored sample |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | flea; insect; mite; tick; arthropod |
| Stability | Refrigerated 24 hours |
| LOINC code | 673-4 |
| Last Updated | 11/20/2010 3:39:54 PM |
| Entry Number | 334 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667