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eDH Procedure Code
LAB3549
Included Procedures
Test Information
This culture screens for and identifies dermatophytes only.
Collection Information
Send only skin biopsy, hair, or nails; swabs are not acceptable. Specimens submitted in Eswabs or other swabs will be rejected.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Varies | SterCup-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 72 hours
Refrigerate: n/a
Frozen: n/a\
Performing Lab Section(s)
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)