Skin Infections
In pyoderma
- Swabs from active sites or aspirate. In fungal infections (for dermatophytes) Specimen is to be collected in dark clean paper, fold, clip and label.
- In skin lesions, clean the area with spirit and skin scrapings from margin of lesions taken
- In infected nails, nail clippings and in hair lesions
- dull broken hair from the margin to be taken.
Disclaimer: This guide is an educational reference for healthcare professionals. It does not replace clinical judgement — always follow your hospital's protocols and current guidelines.