Eosinophil Count, Nasal Smear
NEO
Specimen Requirements
1. Collect nasal mucus using a culture swab. Moisten swab with water if necessary. Specimen may be collected in physician’s office.
2. Label swab with patient’s name (first and last), ordering physician, and date and time of collection.
3. Maintain sterility and forward promptly at ambient temperature only.
Note: Specimen source is required.
Methodology
Microscopic, Wright’s Stain
Reference Values
No eosinophils seen
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
89190