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| C. DIFFICILE TOXIN ASSAY |
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| Alternate Names: | C. diff, Clostridium difficile toxin |
| Test Includes: | Detection of toxins A and B by Enzyme Immunoassay |
| Performed: | Daily |
| Turnaround Time: | 24 hours |
| Container / Specimen Requirements |
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| Container / Tube: | Screw-cap container |
| Minimum Volume: | 5 mL or 1 to 2 tablespoons |
| Special Handling or Timing of Specimen: | Test performed at NHRMC only. |
| Preparation of Patient: | None |
| Expected Results: | Negative |
| Causes for Specimen Rejection: | Improper labeling. Specimen container must not be contaminated on the outside. |
| Microbiology Specimen Rejection Policy: | Click here for policy |
| CareManager Test Group: CareManager Name/Alias: |
MLAB C Difficile Toxin |
| Specimen Labeling: | Click here for policy |
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