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KOH Preparation

Test Code
KOH


CPT Codes
87220

Preferred Specimen
Specimen in sterile container.


Instructions
Specimen source is required for processing.
  • Send specimen suspected of fungus or yeast in a screw-capped, sterile container.
  • Label container (not the lid) with two patient identifiers (full name, DOB or MR), specimen source, and date and time of collection.
  • Maintain sterility and forward promptly.


Transport Temperature
Ambient


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
Varies Ambient 7 days


Methodology
KOH 10% Wet Mount

Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously


Report Available
Same day


Reference Range
No fungal structures observed


Performing Laboratory
McKee Medical Center - Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory for NCMC



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.