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Fungal Stain, Calcofluor, Skin, Hair or Nails

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Test performed at Quest.
This test is currently only available in BHS CPRS. If you are a Bedford provider and wish to see this test offered in Bedford CPRS- please contact the Bedford Laboratory.




Test Code
FUNGUS SMEAR,HAIR/SKIN/NAILS(O)


CPT Codes
87220

Preferred Specimen
Skin or hair or nails collected in a sterile, leak-proof container


Instructions
Remove hairs with forceps, scrape skin or scalp scales, clip nails and include keratin scrapings. Cleanse skin with alcohol before scraping. Cleanse feet and hands before collecting nails. Refrigeration can inhibit dermatophytes.


Transport Temperature

Room temperature



Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: See Instructions
Frozen: Unacceptable


Methodology
Calcofluor White Stain

Setup Schedule
DAILY


Report Available
1-2 DAYS


Reference Range

See Laboratory Report



Clinical Significance
Fungi can infect the hair, skin, and nails. Early diagnosis can lead to effective treatment.



Last Updated: May 10, 2016


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.