- Test Name
- FUNGUS;FUNGAL DIRECT (KOH)
- Aliases
- Yeast, mould, dimorphic
- Provincial Mnemonic
- FUNGFS
- LOINC Test Code
- 55305-7
- Description and Primary Use
- Microscopic examination to diagnose fungal infection
- Reorder interval
- None
- TAT
- 48 hours
- Test Cost
- Not Determined
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
Invasive specimen
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
Sterile container
- Criteria for Rejection
None
- Laboratory Service Area
- Microbiology
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- PHML only
- Last Updated
- 04-Jun-18