# 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.

- Labcorp code: 602564
- Category: [Allergies & Sensitivities](https://app.picardo.health/labs/tests/allergies-sensitivities.md)
- Price: shown at checkout, before payment.
- Blood draw: free at a Labcorp location, or $75.00 at home.
- Order link: https://app.picardo.health/labs/order?tests=602564&ref=assistant

## About ordering

A licensed physician reviews every order before any test is run, and results arrive in the person's Picardo account. Ordering is open to adults 18 and over in the US, except New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Maine. General health information, not medical advice.