Additional Info: This test includes a direct KOH. Specimens submitted on media will not have a smear performed.
If culture is positive, identification will be performed at an additional charge.
Methodology: Calcofluor White Stain; Culture
Specimen Requirements: Collect specimen by scraping infected skin area with scalpel blade into sterile, screw-cap container. Please indicate source of specimen on the specimen container.
Submit hair or nails in a sterile, screw-cap container.
Transport specimens at room temperature.
Analytical Time: 27 days
Days Set Up: Monday through Sunday
CPT Information:
87101 Fungus Culture 87220 KOH
If culture is positive identification will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 87106 or 87107 or 87140 or 87143 or 87149 or 87158).