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LAB251
Performing Laboratory
Central Peninsula Hospital
Container
Sterile container or E-swab
Specimen Type
Hair, skin, nails, dermal, ear, mouth, ocular, throat, wound, sputum
Specimen Stability
7 days ambient or refrigerated
Reference or Target Ranges
| KOH Interpretation | Report |
| Negative | No fungal elements seen |
| Positive | Fungal elements seen |
Reportable Units
Fungal elements seen or No fungal elements seen
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time |
Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Microbiology |
| Methodology/Method Description | Microscope |
CPT Codes
87210
Last review/edit date
2025