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HelpTest Code SHUR Schistosoma Exam, Random, Urine
Additional Codes
Sunquest: SHURM
EPIC: LAB9364
Reporting Name
Schistosoma Exam, UUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of schistosomiasis infections involving the urinary tract
Method Name
Microscopic
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
UrineSpecimen Required
Supplies: Urine Tubes, 10 mL (T068)
Collection Container/Tube: Clean, plastic urine collection container
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic, 10-mL urine tube
Specimen Volume: 10 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Collect a random urine specimen. Preferred time of collection between the hours of 12 noon and 3 p.m. but not required. A 24-hour urine collection is also acceptable.
2. No preservative.
Specimen Minimum Volume
5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urine | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Preserved urine | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
If positive, organism identified
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
87210
87015
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SHUR | Schistosoma Exam, U | 10715-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SHUR | Schistosoma Exam, U | 10715-1 |
Clinical Information
Schistosomiasis is an infection caused by several species of trematodes (flukes) in the genus Schistosoma. The adult worms of Schistosoma haematobium inhabit the venus plexus of the bladder and produce eggs that are typically passed in the urine. Peak egg excretion occurs between noon and 3 p.m. Identification of characteristic eggs in urine is diagnostic for infection with this organism.