title: Skin scrapings for dermatophyte diagnosis.
abstract: When diagnosis of a rash is uncertain, consider the possibility of tinea (regardless of the clinical appearance). Skin scrapings often lead to a positive diagnosis and hence correct treatment. A subsequent culture should be arranged so that the organism is identified precisely.
mesh_terms: D003883:Arthrodermataceae / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D003881:Dermatomycoses / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D012867:Skin / Q000382:microbiology*