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HelpTest Code C DIFF Clostridiodes Difficile NAAT Reflex to TOX AG
Additional Codes
LAB24937
Collection Method
Follow appropriate collection procedures
Minimum Volume
0.5ml
Container
Sterile cup
Acceptable Specimens
Unpreserved stool soft or unformed
Reference or Target Ranges
Negative
Reportable Units
Positive or Negative
Critical Value
Positive C.Diff result
Reasons for Rejection
| Hemolysis Threshold | N/A |
| Icterus Threshold | N/A |
| Lipemia Threshold | N/A |
| Other | Formed stool, QNS, contaminated, improperly Labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
| Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) | 5 days |
| Frozen(-40°C to 0°C) | N/A |
Performance Information
| Days and Time Performed | 24/7 |
| Expected Turn Around Time | Stat: 1 hour Routine: 4 hours |
| Stat Availability | Yes |
| Performing Bench | CPH Microbiology |
| Methodology/Method Description | Cepheid GeneXpert |
CPT Codes
87493
Last review/edit date
March 2024
Reflex Testing
A positive C.Diff result will reflex to C. diff tox ag EIA.