Fungal, Hair

Data Value
Method Culture
CPT Code 87101
Preferred Specimen Strands of Hair
Other Acceptable Specimens None
Required Specimen Volume 10-12 affected hairs with bases of shafts intact
Minimum Specimen Volume 10 strands of hair with bases of shafts intact
Specimen Container Sterile Container
Specimen Identification Label container with patient's first name, last name and DOB include date and time of collection.
Special Instructions
  • Indicate specimen source on requisition slip
  • Select hair with forceps. Submit at least 10 hairs in a sterile container
Shipping Requirements Store and ship at room temperature.
Deliver to lab within a few hours.
Sample Rejection Criteria
  • Inappropriate specimen transport
  • Mislabeled specimen
  • Unlabeled specimen
Turn-around-time 4 weeks