Culture, Fungus (Mycology), Hair, Skin, Nails
Additional Codes
LAB7007
Performing Laboratory
MBMC-Microbiology
Methodology
This culture is intended for the isolation of yeast and/or mold.
Note: If fungal blood culture is desired, order Culture, Fungus, Blood.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Fingernail, toenail, hair, skin
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: Visible specimen
Collection Instructions: Indicate specimen source.
Additional Information: Immediately deliver to laboratory.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient/Refrigerate NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Turnaround Time:
Preliminary report in 1 week
Final report at 4 weeks
Reference Values
No growth of yeast or mold
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87102