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Parasite Exam - Echinococcosis

TEST ID   LAB5091
EPIC Order
  Parasite Exam, Direct
CPT   87210
Laboratory   Clinical Microbiology
Tube Station   82
Specimen Routine: Cyst Fluid:  Consultation Required (984-974-1805)
Availability Routine: Monday-Friday, 08:00-16:00
  STAT: On Call (984-974-1805)
Reference Range   Negative
  Critical Value: Protoscoleces present

Reviewed by J. Carr on December 05, 2025

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514