24 hours
PCR
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Daily
Molecular test for detecting toxigenic *C. difficile*. Confirms cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.
Stool
1cmx1cmx1cm
Sterile universal
No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |