NAIL, KOH STAINING

NAIL, KOH STAINING


Sample TypeNail Specimen
Pre Test InformationNo specific preparation required
Report DeliveryAs Per Schedule
Home CollectionAvailable

Nail or debris samples are placed on a slide with a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution and gently heated. The solution slowly dissolves the skin and nail cells, leaving the fungus cells. The fungus cells can then be seen with a microscope.ÂÂ