Total Dermatophyte Skin Flora (Quantitative)
This test measures the presence and quantity of fungi (dermatophytes) on your skin, often used to diagnose or monitor infections like ringworm.
["Helps detect fungal skin infections that may require treatment."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 61258-0
- Short code
- D pteronyss IgE/IgE total %
- Synonyms
- D pteronyss IgE/IgE total %
- Category
- coagulation
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 0.8
- Ref high
- 1.2
- Critical range
- — – 5 N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- CPT
- 85610
- SNOMED
- 396252006
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What This Test Measures
Dermatophytes are a group of fungi that can cause infections on the skin, hair, or nails. This test identifies and quantifies these fungi in a skin sample, typically collected via swabbing affected areas.
How the Test Works
A swab is taken from your skin, usually from areas like the scalp, groin, or feet. The sample is then analyzed to count the number of fungal cells present, often using microscopic or culture methods.
When You Might Need This Test
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have symptoms like redness, itching, scaling, or lesions that suggest a fungal skin infection, especially if other tests (like fungal cultures) are inconclusive.
Common Symptoms to Watch For
Symptoms of dermatophyte infections may include persistent itching, flaking or scaling of the skin, redness, or visible fungal growths. These symptoms can appear on any part of the body but are most common in areas with moisture or friction.
Reference range
INR: 0.8-1.2 (warfarin: 2.0-3.0)N/A
Inform your healthcare provider if you are taking blood thinners. No special preparation required.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
This test is crucial for diagnosing fungal skin infections accurately. It helps differentiate between fungal and bacterial infections and guides treatment decisions, such as prescribing antifungal medications. Early detection can prevent spread and reduce complications.
Short name
Skin Fungal Count
Frequently asked questions
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Sources
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