| Test CODE | NAME |
|---|
A654
Fungal Stain, KOH with Calcofluor White
| Methodology: | Microscopy |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 2-3 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Corneal OR Skin scrapings, Hair, Nail clippings, Respiratory specimens, or Unground tissue.
Specimen Preparation: Transport specimen in a sterile container.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room temperature.
Unacceptable Conditions: Swabs, blood, or bone marrow. Specimens submitted in gauze.
***Specimen source preferred.***
Stability: Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: Unacceptable
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab
ARUP Laboratory
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| CPT Code(s): | 87206 |