Test Code TZST Tzanck Stain
Specimen Type
Fresh blister scraping or aspirate
Container
Smear on microscope slide
Minimum Volume
N/A
Stability
Deliver specimen to the laboratory immediately.
Transfer Instructions
Allow smear to air dry. Fix dry slide in 95% ETOH and transport at 20-25°C.
Expected Turn Around Time
24 hours Monday - Thursday
CPT
[88160, 88161]
Result Information
Result Code | Result Name |
XXX | XXX |