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Aliases
Eosinophil Screen Urine
Useful For
The exact function and/or significance of eosinophil in body fluid, urine, and stool is not fully understood. It is however, well known that increased eosinophils in urine relate to interstitial/ eosinophilic cystitis and in parts of the world where bladder flukes are prevalent (schistosomiasis).
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Urine in a sterile container
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
Sterile Cup
Acceptable Specimens
Urine
Reference or Target Ranges
0%
Reportable Units
Percentage (%)
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, improperly labeled, improper container |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 2 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 24 hours |
| Frozen(-70°C to 0°C) | N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Routine: Within 4 hours of arrival in lab |
| Stat Availabilty | No |
| Performing Bench | UH UA |
| Methodology/Method Description | Manual Count – A centrifuged preparation of sediment stained in wright stain. Counted completed under microscope. |
CPT Codes
88108