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Test Code KOH PR KOH Prep

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Skin, Hair or culturette of purulent material

Processing Instructions

Collect skin or hair specimen in a sterile container. Culturette of purulent material also acceptable. Nail specimens are not acceptable.

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

Methodology

Microscopic Examination

CPT(s)

87220

Performing Location

MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology

Cerner Test Code

KOH D