Individual test · Labcorp 602564

Trichophyton rubrum

This test detects the presence of Trichophyton rubrum, a common fungus that infects the skin and nails. It helps determine if symptoms like itchy rashes, peeling skin, or brittle nails are caused by a fungal infection. Identifying this specific organism helps distinguish fungal issues from other skin conditions, such as eczema or psoriasis. However, this test only identifies the fungus and does not determine how severe the infection is or how it was acquired.