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HelpTest Code CDIFFAGTX C. diff Ag/Toxin Test
Specimen Type
Unformed Stool
*Specimens contaminated with urine cannot be tested.
Container
Sterile container
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Stability
Fresh stool: 2 hours
Preserved stool: 3 days at 2-8°C
Transfer Instructions
Transport specimen at 2-8°C tightly sealed.
Expected Turn Around Time
24 hours
CPT
87449|87324
Result Information
|
Result Code |
Result Name |
|
CDIFFAG |
C. diff Ag (GDH) |
|
CDIFFTX |
C. diff Toxin |
Special Instructions
Formed stool will not be accepted for testing.