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Mayo Clinic Laboratories

Test Code LAB0204230 KOH Preparation

Methodology

Direct Slide Exam

This test is used to check for the presence of fungal elements.

Performing Laboratory

CentraCare Laboratory Services

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Hair, skin or nail

Container/Tube: Container appropriate for type of specimen

Specimen Volume: Entire collection

Collection Instructions: Specimen is collected by nursing personnel and delivered to laboratory immediately.

Additional Information: Specimen source is required.

Specimen Transport Temperature

Ambient

Reference Values

No fungal elements seen

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

87220