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Additional Codes
LAB883
Specimen Required
| Container Type: |
Optimal: Lavendar Top EDTA Tube |
| Minimum Collection Volume: |
3.0 mL whole blood |
| Collection Instructions: |
Gently invert sample 5-6 times after collection. |
| Processing Instructions: |
1. Do not centrifuge sample. 2. If testing will be delayed, refrigerate sample. |
Useful For
Provides detection and species identifcation of malarial and non-malarial blood parasites.
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| MALS | Blood Parasite Smear | Y | Y |
| BLDRV | Pathologist Smear Review | Y | N |
Method Name
Thin blood films: Peripheral blood smears stained in Wright stain
Thick blood films: Whole blood is hemolyzed with saponin and centrifuged to concentrate the sample. Slides are made from the sediment and stained with Wright stain.
Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated | 3 days |
Rejection Due To
| Hemolysis | Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross OK |
| Lipemia | Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross OK |
| Icterus | Mild OK; Moderate OK; Gross OK |
Specimen Minimum Volume
Collecting minimum volumes can result in a need for sample recollection, and/or a delay in results. Minimum volumes are subjective and cannot account for all aspects of specimen and testing needs. Refer to the Specimen Required section for optimal volumes for laboratory specimens. Contact the Bronson Laboratory if complex collection exceptions occur that require more information.
| Minimum Volume: | 3.0 mL whole blood |
Performing Laboratory
Bronson Laboratory, Hematology - Kalamazoo and Battle Creek
Day(s) Performed
Performed daily 0700-1500
Reference Values
| Test ID | Reference Range |
|---|---|
| MALS | No parasites seen |
LOINC Code Information
<If only single LOINC, delete table below>
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MALS | Blood Parasite Smear | 32700-7 |
CPT Code Information
87207
Sample Retention Time
7 Days