Microbiology
| Full details for "Fungal culture - superficial infection". | |
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Name |
Fungal culture - superficial infection |
Alternative name/Profile |
Dermatophyte / mycosis / Epidermophyton / Microsporum / Trichophyton / ringworm / tinea / Tinea capitis / Tinea pedis / Tinea corporis / Tinea cruris / onychomycosis / Fungi / Mycology / Skin scrappings / Hair / Nails |
Department |
Microbiology |
Investigation |
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Specimen type |
Skin scrapings, Hair follicles and/or Nails |
Sample type |
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Sample container & volume |
'Mycotrans' envelope* |
Frequency of analysis |
Once weekly |
Turnaround time |
Microscopy: 24 hours post processing Culture: 3-4 weeks |
Availability |
Monday - Friday |
Notes |
For information on specimen collection, storage and transport please consult: http://www.mycotrans.com/technical.htm *Mycotrans envelopes, for sampling superficial fungal infections, are available from the microbiology department. If you are unable to source mycotrans envelopes a sterile universal container can be used to transport specimens. Please State Site of sample. (e.g. nail/finger, nail/toe, skin scrapping/arm) Send sample to the laboratory without delay. Sample should be store at room temperature if not transported immediately |
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Last updated |
Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:01:58 GMT |