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Fungal Stain, Calcofluor, Skin, Hair or Nails
Test Code14824
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 insructions
Frozen: Unacceptable
Refrigerated: See insructions
Frozen: Unacceptable
Methodology
Calcofluor White Stain
Setup Schedule
Sets up 7 days a week.
Report Available
Reports in 1 to 2 days.
Clinical Significance
Fungi can infect the hair, skin, and nails. Early diagnosis can lead to effective treatment.