Pinworm Preparation (PINWORM)
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| Synonyms:
| Scotch Tape Prep, Cellulose Tape Prep |
| Specimen: | Transparent cellulose tape touched to perianal region; (1) glass microscope slide.
Collect in the morning prior to patient bathing or using the toliet. |
| Volume: | 1 slide |
| Minimum Volume: | 1 slide |
| Collection: | Tape should be transferred to a microcope slide sticky side down. Press firmly into position.
Label slide or slide folder and transport to the laboratory as soon as possible.
Maintain at room temperature.
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| Rejection Criteria: | Nontransparent tape; tape on both sides of slide or sticky side up; tape not affixed to slide; improper labeling. |
| Reference Range: | No pinworm ova seen |
| Methodology: | Microscopy |
| Test Use: | Detection of Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) infestation |
| Additional Information: | Diagnosis of pinworm infestation is best made by recovery of eggs or female worms from the perianal region. Only 5-10% of infected persons have eggs in the stool. |
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| Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |