Fungal, Hair
Data | Value |
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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 |
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Shipping Requirements | Store and ship at room temperature. Deliver to lab within a few hours. |
Sample Rejection Criteria |
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Turn-around-time | 4 weeks |