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Test Code C DIFF TOX C. diff tox ag EIA

Additional Codes

LAB25023

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

TOX A/B QUIK CHEK

CPT Codes

87324 

Last review/edit date

March 2024