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- Title
A comparison of the contrast stains, Chicago blue, chlorazole black, and Parker ink, for the rapid diagnosis of skin and nail infections.
- Authors
Tambosis, Evanthia; Lim, Christopher
- Abstract
The cheapest, most rapid method for the diagnosis of mycotic skin and nail infections is direct examination of samples using a KOH preparation. The standard KOH wet mount lacks a color contrast. Various contrast dyes are available. Parker ink is one which has been extensively used, however in recent times the stain no longer provides a suitable color contrast. Two other dyes that are available are Chicago blue and chlorazole black.
- Publication
International journal of dermatology, 2012, Vol 51, Issue 8, p935
- ISSN
1365-4632
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1111/j.1365-4632.2011.05222.x