The KOH mount (fungal test) looks at fungus in skin, hair or nail scrapings. It is done for: ringworm, nail infections.
General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
The KOH mount (fungal test) looks at fungus in skin, hair or nail scrapings. It is done for: ringworm, nail infections. Why it is done: Ringworm, nail infections. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references
Ringworm, nail infections.
Do not apply creams for a few days before. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Fungus seen. Low or negative may mean: Not seen. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Fungus in skin, hair or nail scrapings.
Skin or nail scraping
Fungus seen.
Not seen.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
What does the KOH mount (fungal test) measure?
Fungus in skin, hair or nail scrapings.
Why is the KOH mount (fungal test) done?
Ringworm, nail infections.
Do I need to fast for the KOH mount (fungal test)?
Do not apply creams for a few days before.
What does a high or positive KOH mount (fungal test) mean?
Fungus seen.
What does a low or negative KOH mount (fungal test) mean?
Not seen.
What is the normal range for the KOH mount (fungal test)?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is KOH mount (fungal test) done?
Ringworm, nail infections.
Do I need to prepare or fast for KOH mount (fungal test)?
Do not apply creams for a few days before. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Fungus seen. Low or negative may mean: Not seen. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references