Fungal, Nails

Fungal, Nails
DataValue
Method Culture
CPT Code 87101
Preferred Specimen Nail Clippings
Other Acceptable Specimens None
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
  • Clean nail(s) with 70% alcohol. Collect the whole nail or nail clippings. Place all material into 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