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HelpEpic Test Code POC117 POCT KOH Vaginal Prep
Specimen Type
Vaginal secretion
Preferred Container
Apply thin smear of specimen onto glass slide
Reference Values
No yeast or hyphal elements seen
Includes
KOH Vaginal
Methodology
Microscope
Last Updated
03-Jan-23 MS
Performing Location(s)
Bassett Healthcare Network POC Testing. Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations.
Additional Information
•Examine specimens within 1 hour of preparation
•Cotton fibers can be easily confused with hyphae; therefore, a cotton swab should not be used to collect specimens for KOH exams.
Available STAT
Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations.
CPT Code
87220