| Specimen Type | Specimen Stability | Reference Range |
| Any scrapings or exudates to be examined for fungal elements are acceptable. Growth from a culture plate can also be used. | Skin, Hair Nails: 14 Days Room Temp or Refrigerated; Body Fluid, Bronchial Lavage or Sputum: 72 Hours Refrigerated; Swab in Transport Media: 72 Hours Room Temperature and Refrigerated | See Report |
Specimen RequirementsSpecimen Type:Any scrapings or exudates to be examined for fungal elements are acceptable. Growth from a culture plate can also be used. |
Method
Microscopic examination with potassium hydroxide
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Schedule
Monday-Saturday
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Instructions/Notes
Indicate source/site
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Clinical Utility
Potassium Hydroxide 10 % (KOH) is a reagent recommended for use in the initial preparation of clinical specimens for microscopic examination of fungal elements.
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CPT Codes
87210
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