Ever hear of the perianal tape test? It may sound odd… but it’s actually the gold standard diagnostic method for detecting pinworms in kids. Here’s why 👇 Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) don’t usually shed eggs in stool. Female worms migrate out at night and lay eggs around the perianal skin. That’s why standard stool O&P testing often misses them. Instead, first thing in the morning (before using the bathroom or showering), a small piece of clear tape is gently pressed against the perianal a