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Additional Codes
N/A
Alias
Eosinophil count
Collection Method
Nasal swab or sputum specimen
Container
Red-handled swab
Sterile cup
Instructions/Special Handling
None
Preferred Specimen
Nasal swab
Acceptable Specimes
Nasal swab
Sputum specimen
Units
%
Reference Ranges
0% Eosinophils
Critical Values
N/A
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis | N/A |
| Icterus | N/A |
| Lipemia | N/A |
| Other | QNS, Contaminated, Improperly labeled, Improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient (15-25°C) | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated (2-8°C) | 24 |
| Frozen (-20°C) | Unacceptable |
Performing Site
Boone Health Laboratory
Performance Information
| Days/Times Performed | Daily 24/7 |
| Expected Turn around Time | Same day |
| Methodology/Method Description | Manual Microscopy |
CPT Code(s)
89190
Panel Components
N/A