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Test ID: Clostridium Difficile Toxins A & B

Test Name:
Clostridium Difficile Toxins A & B
Test Code:
CDAB
Specialised Test:
Yes
Turnaround Time:
Test Schedule:
NA
Test Type:
Single Test
Additional Test Note:
Test only indicated for patients suspected of C. difficile associated diarrhoea, ie, stools that takes the shape of the container or Score 5-7 on Bristol Stool Chart. (Well formed stools are not suitable for this test.) This is a immunochromatographic lateral flow assay detecting GDH and toxin A/B. In cases where GDH positive/toxin negative, confirmatory test is required to exclude toxinigenic C difficile (such as Gastrointestinal PCR panel, test code: GIPFA)
Sample Requirement:
Collect a small scoop of stool in a screw capped container with the attached spatula
Fasting Requirement:
NA
Stool
Parkway Laboratory Services
Last Update:
19/09/2024
Update:
Additional Note, Sample Requirement

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