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HelpTest Code TICKID Tick Identification, LAB2214
Performing Laboratory
State Hygienic Laboratory (SHL), Coralville
Specimen Requirements
1. Remove tick from patient and place in a clean,
screw-capped container.
2. Forward promptly at ambient temperature only. Submit to
SHL in clean container with 70% ethanol.
Note: Indicate specimen source on
specimen container and in computer.
Reference Values
Identification of arthropod - Genus/species
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday 0800 - 1700
State Hygienic Laboratory average turnaround time is 1 to 3 business days.
Methodology
Microscopic and macroscopic examination
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87168