Fungal Culture Test
Synonyms
Mycology Culture”,” Fungus Culture”,” Culture for Dermatophytes
Purpose
A fungal culture is a procedure used to determine if fungi are present in an area of the skin. This aids in establishing diagnosis of fungal infections.
Patient Preparation
No special preparations required.
Samples
2 mL or 1 cm³ tissue Scrapings of scale”,” skin biopsy”,” moist swab from a mucosal”,” Nail clippings collected in a Sterile container for tissue. For skin”,” the area is cleansed with 70% alcohol and a portion from the active border of the lesion collected. Maintained at room temperature.
Reference Range
Presence/Absence of fungi
Results Turnaround
42 days after receipt of samples
Diseases / Diagnostic indicators
Presence of fungi is associated with common types of fungal infections such as ringworm”,” athlete’s foot”,” jock itch.