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HelpCatalog ID Malaria Blood Parasite Exam
CPOE Test Name
Malaria; Malaria Prep
Synonyms
Malaria Exam, Blood Parasites, Microfilaria, Thick Smear; Thin Smear; Babesia Exam; Plasmodium
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Requirements
Lavendar Top (EDTA) tube; 2.0 mL blood
Causes for Rejection
Clotted specimen; transport delay > 2 hours; insufficient quantity; improper tube; improper labeling; failure to provide travel/exposure history
Turn Around Time
Preliminary report in 2 hours. Final report in 24 hours.
Performing Lab
Core Laboratory BI 2023 721-2120
Critical Values
Positive smears
Storage and Transport
Room temperature
Special Instructions
If the patient has traveled to an endemic area the date and area traveled should be specified. Specify if parasites other than malaria are suspected.
Reference Range
No organisms identified
Test Consists
Examination of thick and thin smears for blood parasites
CPT/HCPCS Code
87207
EPIC Orderable Procedure
LAB883