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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Alias: Plasmodium, Blood Parasite
Performed: Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm
Turn Around Time: 2 working days
CPT Codes: 87207
Performed By: Hematology
Notes: Whenever a Malaria Preparation test is reported by Lab Central as "parasites seen", a Hemacolor Stain is automatically performed by the Bone Marrow Lab. The Hemacolor Stain aids in the identification of malarial parasites. See "Malaria Preparation" for more information.
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
Malaria Hemacolor Stain |
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Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Blood |
Lavender EDTA(K2), 4mL |
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A blood smear should be made within 8 hours of collection.
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Room Temperature |
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