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How does culture process in a lab work as far as looking for fungus in a hair sample? how does it work and why does it take a month?
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See below: One does not need culture to detect fungus on a hair sample. It can be detected by UV light examination of hair. Hair is usually not cultured, but if it were it does not take more than a week for the results. For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex.
Answered 10/31/2015
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