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Details Title: LOM Ch 16 Description: Laboratory tests Total Flash Cards: 7 Created: 02/25/2005 07:46:54	To study from this set of flash cards, or to create your own your own study flash cards, register HERE. If you are already a registered user, CLICK HERE.
Cards Term bacterial analyses Definition samples of skin are sent to a laboratory to detect presence of microorganisms. Term fungal tests Definition scrapings from skin lesions, hair specimens, or nail clippings are sent to laboratory for culture and microscopic examination. Term cryosurgery Definition use of subfrezing temperature via liquid nitrogen application to destroy tissue. Term curettage Definition use of sharp dermal curet to scrape away a skin lesion Term electrodesiccation Definition tissue is destroyed by burning with an electric spark. Term Mohs surgery Definition thin layers of malignant growth are removed, and each is examined under a microscope. Term skin biopsy Definition suspected malignant skin lesions are removed and sent to the pathology laboratory for microscopic examination.