Mycologisch onderzoek

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About

Mycological examination (Direct Microscopy and Culture)

This test combines direct microscopic examination with fungal culture to detect dermatophytes, yeasts and other fungi responsible for skin, hair and superficial fungal infections in animals.

Culture remains the gold standard for confirming fungal infections and identifying the causative organism.

Why test?

This examination helps to:

Diagnose fungal skin and hair infections.
Confirm suspected dermatophytosis (ringworm).
Identify pathogenic yeasts and filamentous fungi.
Differentiate fungal infections from bacterial or parasitic skin diseases.
Support appropriate antifungal treatment.

Results

The report includes:

Direct microscopic examination: Presence or absence of fungal elements.
Fungal culture: Growth or no growth of fungi.
Identification of the isolated fungal organism, when applicable.

Results should always be interpreted together with the patient's clinical signs and history.

Sample

Suitable samples include:

Hair (fur)
Skin scrapings
Other clinical specimens as recommended by your veterinarian.

Send your sample by regular mail or express delivery to:

Equigerminal Lab HIESE
Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro Nº25
3230-343 Penela, Portugal

Turnaround

15 to 30 working days

How it works

🛒 Purchase the test: select and buy the test online.

📧 Receive instructions: after payment confirmation you receive sample collection instructions by e-mail.

🩺 Your veterinarian collects the sample: this test must be collected by a veterinarian, who collects the samples described above under Sample.

📄 Complete the form: print and complete the submission form with the animal identification.

📮 Send it to the laboratory: Equigerminal, S.A., HIESE, Rua da Quinta do Sobreiro, 25, Quinta Vale do Espinhal, 3230-343 Penela, PORTUGAL.

📄 Receive your report: your certified report is issued as soon as the analysis is validated.

FAQs

Which samples can be submitted?

Hair, skin scrapings and other suitable clinical specimens collected by a veterinarian.

Why does the test take up to 30 days?

Many fungi grow slowly in culture. A prolonged incubation period ensures that slow-growing organisms are detected before issuing a final negative result.

What is the difference between direct microscopy and culture?

Direct microscopy provides a rapid assessment for fungal elements, while culture confirms the diagnosis and identifies the fungal species responsible for the infection.

Can antifungal treatment affect the results?

Yes. Antifungal medication may reduce fungal growth and lead to false-negative results. Whenever possible, samples should be collected before treatment begins.

How long does it take to receive the results?

Results are generally available within 15 to 30 working days, depending on fungal growth.

More

Fungal infections of the skin and hair are commonly caused by dermatophytes, although yeasts and environmental fungi may also be involved.

Direct microscopic examination provides a rapid preliminary assessment, while fungal culture confirms the diagnosis and allows identification of the causative organism. Because many fungi grow slowly, cultures may require up to 30 days before a final negative result can be issued.

Proper sample collection is essential to maximize diagnostic sensitivity. Samples should be collected before initiating antifungal treatment whenever possible.