What is a ringworm specimen microscope slide used for?

This prepared slide shows a stained section or mount related to ringworm (tinea), a common dermatophyte fungal infection. It is intended for microbiology, mycology, and parasitology teaching, allowing students to observe fungal structures under a compound microscope rather than relying on diagrams alone.

Is this a live culture or a fixed, permanent slide?

It is a fixed, permanently mounted specimen slide, not a live culture. The specimen is preserved and sealed under a coverslip in the standard prepared-slide format, so it does not require incubation or special handling beyond normal glass-slide care.

What magnification works best for viewing this slide?

Most classroom compound microscopes with 10x and 40x objectives are suitable for viewing fungal structures on this slide. Exact visibility depends on the individual specimen preparation and the microscope's optical quality, so we recommend starting at lower power and moving to higher power to locate the area of interest.

Does LabEquip specify the exact fungal species or strain on the label?

We have not fabricated species-level claims for this listing. If your syllabus requires a specific confirmed species or strain identification, please confirm the exact specimen details with our sales team before ordering.

How should this slide be stored and cleaned?

Store the slide flat in a slide box or tray, away from direct sunlight and humidity, to protect the mounting medium and coverslip seal. Clean only the exterior glass surfaces with a soft lens tissue; avoid solvents or abrasive wiping directly over the mounted specimen area.

What other prepared slides pair well with this one for a mycology or parasitology unit?

Many schools pair this slide with other biology teaching slides covering related microbiology or parasitology topics, such as our Parasitology Entamoeba Slide, to build out a fuller pathology teaching set. Browse our Prepared Slides category for the full range.

Ringworm Specimen Microscope Slide | Prepared Slides

Name: Ringworm Specimen Microscope Slide | Prepared Slides - LabEquip
Price: 55.00 INR
Availability: InStock

Quick Answer: The Ringworm Specimen Microscope Slide is a ready-mounted prepared slide showing a dermatophyte fungus specimen associated with ringworm (tinea), supplied for microbiology and mycology teaching, not as a live culture.

Product Description

This slide is intended for schools, colleges and university microbiology, mycology or parasitology departments teaching students about fungal infections and dermatophyte structures. The specimen is fixed and mounted, so it can be examined directly under a microscope without any live-culture handling or biosafety concerns beyond standard glass-slide care.

The exact fungal species or strain, staining method and mounting medium used on this particular listing have not been independently confirmed by LabEquip, so we have not invented figures for them here. If your syllabus requires a specific dermatophyte species, please confirm availability with our sales team before ordering.

Specifications

Attribute	Details
Product type	Prepared (ready-mounted) microscope slide
Subject	Dermatophyte fungus (ringworm-causing organism)
Typical use	Microbiology, mycology and parasitology practicals
Compatible with	Standard compound light microscopes
Slide format	Standard glass microscope slide format
Fungal species / stain	Not specified for this listing — confirm with our sales team

Safety Note

This is a fixed, non-viable specimen, not a live fungal culture, so it does not require special biosafety handling beyond normal glass-slide care.
Handle the slide by its edges only; avoid touching the cover slip area with bare fingers.
Store flat in a slide tray or slide box, away from direct sunlight and moisture, to protect the mounted specimen and stain.
Discard any cracked or chipped slide safely according to your institution’s glass-disposal procedure.

Why Choose LabEquip

LabEquip supplies prepared microscope slides and microscopy accessories for school and college biology and microbiology departments. Browse our full Prepared Slides range, pair this slide with instruments from our Microscope & Optics category, or see our Biology Models for other teaching aids. For bulk or institutional orders, visit our Tenders page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What organism does this slide show? This slide shows a prepared specimen of the dermatophyte fungus associated with ringworm (tinea) infections, intended for microbiology and mycology teaching.

Is this a live fungal culture, or is it safe to handle in a classroom? It is a fixed and mounted prepared specimen, not a live or growing culture, so it can be handled the same as any other prepared microscope slide.

Is the exact fungal species or strain specified? No, the exact species/strain, staining method and mounting medium are not specified in this listing. Please confirm with our sales team if your syllabus requires a specific species.

What magnification do I need to view this slide? A standard compound microscope with a 10x eyepiece and 40x-100x objective lenses is typically used to see fungal hyphae and spore structures clearly.

How should I store and handle the slide? Handle it by the edges only, store it flat in a slide tray or box away from moisture and direct sunlight, and avoid stacking slides without spacers.

Do you supply these for bulk or institutional orders? Yes, LabEquip supplies prepared slides for bulk and institutional procurement; see our Tenders page for details.

Can this slide be reused across multiple class sessions? Yes, as a fixed and mounted prepared slide it is designed for repeated classroom viewing over multiple sessions if stored and handled carefully.

Last Updated: September 2026