The collection of samples for a fungal culture depends on the suspected site of infection: 1. Skin and Nails: Scraping or clipping. 2. Blood: Venipuncture. 3. Respiratory Tract: Sputum or bronchoalveolar lavage. 4. Genitourinary Tract: Urine sample. 5. Tissues: Biopsy.
Nurses must ensure that samples are collected aseptically to avoid contamination and are properly labeled and transported to the lab.
