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Clostridium difficile PCR

Order Code
491950
CPT
87493
Test Details
TAT

24 hours

Methodology

PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Molecular test for detecting toxigenic *C. difficile*. Confirms cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1cmx1cmx1cm

Specimen Container

Sterile universal

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Order Code
491950
CPT
87493
Test Details
TAT

24 hours

Methodology

PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Molecular test for detecting toxigenic *C. difficile*. Confirms cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea.

Specimen Type

Stool

Volume

1cmx1cmx1cm

Specimen Container

Sterile universal

Patient Preparation

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.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days