| Test CODE | NAME |
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T369
Clostridium difficile Toxins A and B, NY
| Methodology: | Enzyme immunoassay |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 3-5 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Stool in a Sterile Container OR (Para-Pak® white clean vial), no preservative- 5 g
Storage/Transport Temperature: Frozen
Stability: Frozen 3 days
Causes for Rejection: Inappropriate specimen transport conditions (eg, room temperature) or transport device; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label; specimen received after prolonged delay (usually more than 72 hours); leaking specimen; specimen received in denture cup, “Cool Whip” container, margarine container, or similar container
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab
LabCorp Laboratory Corporation of America
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| CPT Code(s): | 87324 |