| Description |
This assay targets the DNA of portions of the 18SrRNA, ITS1, ITS2, and 5.8S genes from multiple fungal species associated with ringworm infections. This assay detects Microsporum canis, M. gypseum, Trychophyton verrucosum and T. mentagrophytes. |
| Department |
Molecular Diagnostics (PCR) |
| Fee |
$70 |
| Days Tested |
Wed |
| Turnaround Time |
1-3 business days from test day |
| Species |
Bovine, Canine, Feline, Equine, Ovine, Caprine, Porcine, Wildlife Exotic, Other |
| Specimen |
Skin, hairs, scabs, scraping from at or around lesion, culture isolate |
| Sampling Requirements |
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| Collection Container |
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| Packaging Instructions |
Label all specimens. |
| Additional Information |
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