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HelpTest Code CDIFF Clostridium Difficile
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB257
Epic Description: CLOSTRIDIUM DIFFICILE
Synonym
C Diff Toxin
Cdiff
C. diff EIA
Collection Limitations
Only one specimen per 7 days. No test of cure.
Specimen Type
Stool
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Sterile Container |
1.0 mL/2.0 gm | 1.0 mL/2.0 gm |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Formed stool specimens are unacceptable for testing and will be rejected. Specimen must take shape of the container.
Internal specimens: Transport to laboratory within 1 hour. Remote locations: Transport refrigerated on freeze packs if sending within 24 hours.
Performing Lab
Microbiology Lab or Community Hospital Lab
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
24 hours
CSR Storage Requirements
Deliver specimen to laboratory.
CPT Code Information
87449
87324
87493 (if applicable)
Reflexive Testing
DNA testing by PCR will be added for confirmation testing if necessary .