Test Entry - Detail

Fungal Culture (Superficial)

General

Clinical Use:

For the investigation of infection with fungal pathogens.
FSH Network: See also Dermatomycosis PCR.

Availability:

Samples are tested routinely during the testing laboratory's hours of operation.

Aliases/Synonyms:

Dermatophyte Investigation, Hair sample - Fungal Culture and Microscopy, Mycology - Superficial, Nail Clipping/Scraping - Fungal Culture and Microscopy, Ringworm - Fungal Culture and Microscopy, Skin Scrape - Fungal Culture and Microscopy, Tinea - Fungal Culture and Microscopy,

Code:

FSHN: VDERM; QEIIN: CXSKS

Handling Instructions (to laboratory):

Send sample ambient.

Hyperlink:

https://fasttrack.ict.pathwest.com.au/Portal/SOPM027.docx

Reference Interval:

Not Applicable

Collection Requirements

Container:

Skin Scraping Container (SCRAPE),

Sample Type:

Skin; Hair; Nails

Minimum Collection Volume:

N/A

Collection Instructions:

Please refer to hyperlink for collection instructions.
Each requested site should have a separate collection (Left/Right & Back/Front samples can be collected together).
Record the use of any antifungal agents within the previous 48 hours and advise patient this may affect results.
Collect as much sample as possible.
Use parafilm to seal petri dishes.

Processing Requirements

Alternate Containers:

Processing Instructions:

Minimum Assay Volume:

N/A

Stability:

Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):

Send sample ambient.

Testing Locations

Performed at:

Section	Department	Site	Contact Phone
Bacteriology	Microbiology	Fiona Stanley Hospital	6152 8012
Bacteriology	Microbiology	QEII Medical Centre	6383 4505

Last Updated : 13-06-2025 09:14