Synonyms
- PAS stain for Fungi
- Toenail for fungus
- PAS/F for Toenail
EPIC Order Number
Surgical Pathology Number: LAB1126
Collect
- Fresh or send in 10% neutral buffered formalin.
- Label specimen container with two patient identifiers (patient name, DOB, and/or MRN), collection date/time, and specimen site/source.
- Specimen must be accompanied by an EPIC ORDER or completed Surgical Pathology Request containing two patient identifiers (patient name, DOB, and/or MRN), collection date/time, pertinent patient history, performing physician, and specimen site/source.
NOTE: Indicate on the request for fungus stain.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Performed
Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reported/Turnaround Time
Results are sent 1-2 working days of receipt.
NOTE: Results may be delayed or the sample rejected if pertinent and/or required information is conflicting or missing.
See Surgical Pathology Report
88304 - Level III
88312 - Special Stains, Group I