Fungi (microscopy)

Test/Investigation

Fungi (microscopy)

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Comments/Precautions

No testing on Sat / Sun / BH unless by prior agreement

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

<12 Hrs/ 48Hrs Delays – keep specimen dry

Sample type

Skin scrapings Nail clippings Hair

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

1 to 3 days

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

NNUH