It is recommended to stop antifungal therapy (topical and oral) for at least 14 days prior to examination.
Removing of nail polish, nail conditioners ,creams or artificial nails. Avoid bath or showers before examination (do not wash feet if you have infected toenails). If you have infected fingernails, wash you hands 2-3 hours before examination.
Avoid bath , shower , creams, lotions, etc. for a minimum of 12h before examination.
Avoid washing hair for a minimum of 48h before examination, avoid applying cosmetics on the scalp.
Avoid lubricants, spermicides, globulants etc., do not have sexual intercourse for a minimum of 24h before examination.
* The material from the vagina is sampled by phisycian
Do not consume foods or liquids for at least 4 h before examination (it is recommended to do examination in the morning, on an empty stomach). Do not brush your teeth.
Makeup (mascara, foundation, fluid etc.) should be washed off before examination.