Method Of Exam

• Inspect the nails for color, shape and texture.

Normal:

• Normal nails are translucent, shiny and firm in texture.
• Longitudinal bands of pigment can normally be seen in black patients.
• With aging nails may lose their luster, thicken and become yellow.
• Longitudinal ridging also develops with aging.

Caution:

Nail polish should be removed before the nails can be examined.