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HelpTest ID NBLD0463 Eosinophil Smear Non-Nasal
AKA
Hansel Stain
EOS_SMEAR
Specimen Type/Requirements
Sterile Container - Urine (random), Sputum
Glass Slide - Urine, Sputum
Urine should be freshly voided. Both urine and sputum must be processed within one hour. If not received in lab within one hour, then slides should be made and sent. If unable to make slides refrigerate sample and send within 24hrs.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 10.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 1 hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 24 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Microscopy
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Bismarck
CPT
81099