Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC28267Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Lab LabcorpLab Test ID 008581
Eosinophil Count, Nasal
Also known as: Nasal Smear for Eosinophils
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Investigate allergic, asthmatic disorders, and parasitic infestations
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Eosinophils in nasal secretion
OtherEosinophil presence/count • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Collection Instructions
Nasal secretion collected by patient blowing nose onto waxed paper or cellophane handkerchief; if no secretion, swab with cotton applicator, spread layer on clean glass slide, send two slides, allow to air dry, transport ambient temperature.
Storage Instructions
Transport slides promptly at ambient temperature.