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KOH

Message
Performing Lab: HP Clinics, Hudson, Lakeview, SMG Clinics, Sartell, Westfields


Test Code
0276


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: KOH


CPT Codes
87206

Preferred Specimen
Skin: Good scraping
Nails: Include skin under nail
Hair: Include hair under hair bulb


Instructions
HP Clincs, Hudson, Lakeview, SMG Clinics, Sartell, Westfields order only. Regions oder FUNSM


Transport Container
Bring to lab on glass slide, petri dish or plain red top tube


Methodology
KOH Preparation/Microscopic examination

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
Same Day


Clinical Significance
KOH (Potassium hydroxide) is used to aid with direct microscopic exam of clinical specimens for detection of fungi.




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.