Table 7: Results of Diagnostic Testing Performed by Consulting Dermatology Team
|
Tests |
Positive |
Negative |
|
KOH |
22 |
30 |
|
Tzanck smear |
9 |
6 |
|
Wound culture |
4 |
5 |
|
Scabies prep |
0 |
2 |
|
Skin biopsy |
46* |
8* |
*Positive skin biopsy is defined as one providing a definitive diagnosis. Negative skin biopsy is one not able to provide a definitive diagnosis.