Culture Fungus Test
Also known as: Fungal Culture Test, Fungus Culture
Culture Fungus Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹1,357. Uses Conventional Fungus Culture on Various (CSF, Bone Marrow, Body Fluids, Tissue, Swabs, Sputum, Urine, Skin Scrapings, Hair, Nails) samples. Results in Interim reports at 1, 2, 3 weeks; final report at 4 weeks. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR
Consultant Physician · Reg: 8052
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To detect and identify fungal infections accurately for appropriate treatment.
- Test Code
- 393
- Price
- ₹1,357
- Sample Type
- Various (CSF, Bone Marrow, Body Fluids, Tissue, Swabs, Sputum, Urine, Skin Scrapings, Hair, Nails)
- Result Time
- Interim reports at 1, 2, 3 weeks; final report at 4 weeks
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Conventional Fungus Culture
Sample Collection
No special preparation required.
Method: Standard microbiological collection
Laboratory Analysis
Sample collected by healthcare professional following standard procedures.
Report Delivery
Ship samples refrigerated as per specific instructions for each sample type.
Timeline: Interim reports at 1, 2, 3 weeks; final report at 4 weeks
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To detect and identify fungal infections accurately for appropriate treatment.
How to Prepare
- CSF: 2 mL in Red Top tube, ship refrigerated
- Bone Marrow: 2 mL in Green Top tube, ship refrigerated
- Body Fluids: Submit in sterile screw capped container, ship refrigerated
- Tissue: Submit in sterile normal saline, ship refrigerated
- Swabs: Submit in 1 mL sterile normal saline, ship refrigerated
- Sputum/Urine: Submit 2 morning samples, ship refrigerated
- Skin: Submit 2-3 mm scrapings or between sterile slides, ship refrigerated
- Hair: Submit plucked infected hairs including root, ship refrigerated
- Nail: Submit clippings from affected area, ship refrigerated
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr SHAILAJA RAGHUNATH MURDESHWAR — MBBS, MD (General Medicine) · Reg. No. 8052
"The Culture Fungus Test is essential for accurately diagnosing fungal infections, which can lead to serious complications if untreated. Early detection guides effective antifungal therapy."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
Understanding Your Results
If symptoms persist or worsen, or if test results indicate a fungal infection, consult a doctor for antifungal treatment.
Limitations
- ⚠Culture may take several weeks for slow-growing fungi
- ⚠Some fungi may not grow in standard culture media
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risks associated with sample collection
- ●Potential for contamination in culture
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