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CPOE Test Name
Dermatophyte Culture
Synonyms
DERMAT
Specimen Type
Skin scrapings, nail clippings, affected hairs
Specimen Requirements
Skin scrapings, nail clippings, affected hairs
Causes for Rejection
Delay in transport; improper labeling; wrong container; insufficient quantity
Turn Around Time
Final negative report in 4 weeks
CPT / HCPCS Code
Culture 87101; Dermatophyte ID 87106
Performing Lab
Microbiology BA-1672 721-2807
Storage and Transport
Transport at ambient temperature to Microbiology within 2 hours.
Reference Range
No fungus isolated in 4 weeks.
Methodology
Fungal culture on selective and non-selective media.
Test Consists
Fungal culture of skin, nails, or hair
Special Instructions
If KOH needed, order Potassium hydoxide (KOH) exam.