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Test Category: Microbiology

Investigation Name:Fungal Investigations.

Alias or Abbreviation:Fungal

Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Ext 88257

Requestable Seperately?No

Tests in Profile:Culture & Sensitivity

Units:n/a

Expected Turnaround Time:21 days

Test Code:FUN

Sample Type:

Dermapak (New) Mycology/Fungal investigation test is for hair, skin and nail samples ONLY. For any other sample types, if you suspect a fungal infection, please add it in the clinical details and the test will be added on appropriately.

Complex Reference Range:Please note fungi grow slowly in culture and therefore a negative result will not be issued until 21 days

Collection Conditions / Other Information:Please use dermapaks where possible, following instructions on pack closely. Please do not selotape down seal or place sticky labels over the opening fold. Do not place sample into plastic bag direct or any other non sterile container. Delays of over 48 hours are undesirable .

Referred to Another Laboratory?No