Provider Performed Microscopy (PPM) Procedure Samples
CDC Sample PPM Procedures
The CDC provides sample PPM procedures as a guide for anyone creating site-specific clinical laboratory procedures. This document includes sample procedures for all 9 PPM examinations:
- Wet Mont
- KOH Preparation
- Pinworm Examination
- Fern Test
- Post-coital Direct, Qualitative Examination of Vaginal or Cervical Mucus
- Urine Sediment Examination
- Nasal Smear for Granulocytes
- Fecal Leukocyte Examination
- Qualitative Semen Analysis