Specimen Requirements
Title
Sarcoptes Scabiei Detection (Scabies)
Specimen Requirement
Submit skin scrapings in a sterile container.
Methodology
Microscopic Examination
Stability
Room temp or refrigerated: Indefinite
Reference Range
The reference range is determined by the performing laboratory and will show on the report.
Turnaround
2-3 days performed Monday-Saturday
Clinical Use
Used in the detection of scabies.
Test Code
SCAB