Laboratory Services
GMS for Fungus (Nail)
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| Test Description |
GMS for Fungus (Nail)
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| Synonym(s) |
NAIL-GMS |
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| Specimen Type |
Nails collected in a sterile, leak-proof container |
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| Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions |
Collect nails from cleansed feet and/or hands. Store at room temperature, refrigeration is not recommended. |
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| Required Information |
Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. |
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| Stability |
Room temperature: 7 days |
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| Unacceptable Specimen Conditions |
Frozen or fixed specimens. |
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| Department (code) |
Histology |
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| Methodology |
Special Stain, Ventana BenchMark Special Stainer (Spokane, Tukwila, Richland) |
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| Estimated TAT |
1–2 business days from receipt |
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday–Saturday |
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| Retention |
Blocks: 10 years |
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| CPT Code(s) |
88312 |
