4.4.2.8 Pubic Hair Combings

The patient’s pubic hair may contain dried secretions from drainage or ejaculation.

If the pubic hair is matted, representative samples should be cut and packaged separately in a pre-labeled ‘Miscellaneous’ envelope.

Clearly mark on the ‘Miscellaneous’ envelope what was collected and from where it was collected.

Comb the patient’s pubic hair over the pre-labeled ‘Pubic Hair Combings’ envelope and comb so that the hair falls into the opened envelope.

When complete, place the comb back into the envelope.

You may ask the patient if they would prefer to comb themselves. However, the examiner must observe the combing.