Back to Test DirectoryB137 : Clostridium Difficile Toxins A+B Genes By DNA Amplification
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
CDIFF TOXINS A+B GENES
Methodology:
LAMP DNA Amplification
ORDERING:
Test Code:
B137-1
Turnaround Time:
2 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
Stool Cont.-Cup
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stool Cont.-Cup | 1 | Refrigerate | 5 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
STG: Using applicator stick, place 20-30 gms of stool into cup, label with patient's name
Storage Transport Instructions:
Custom Instruction: Using applicator stick, place 10 gms of stool in container, label with patient's name
Storage/Transport Instruction: Unpreserved - Samples should be tested as soon as possible, but may be held up to 24 hours at 21-27° C or 5 days at 2-8° C.
Preserved in Clairy-Blair-Samples should be tested as soon as possible, but may be held up to 5 days at 2-8 C.
Storage/Transport Instruction: Unpreserved - Samples should be tested as soon as possible, but may be held up to 24 hours at 21-27° C or 5 days at 2-8° C.
Preserved in Clairy-Blair-Samples should be tested as soon as possible, but may be held up to 5 days at 2-8 C.
Specimen Comment:
Colonic aspirates and Formed stools are unacceptable for testing.
Alternative Specimen:
Stool Cont. C/S (Cary Blair), Stool Cont. Orange-Preservative for Culture, Stool Clean Vial, Fecal Swab
Billing:
CPT Codes:
87493 x 1
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
