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HelpTest Code Clostridium Difficile by PCR Clostridium difficile Test
Abbrev
C. Difficile
Storage Temperature
Room Temperature
ASTM/HL7/SDF 1
SQ=CLDPCR
EPIC=LAB5400
Instrument/Location
Cephied
Specimen Requirements
Raw Stool/Cary Blair
Specimen Transport Temperature
Cary Blair
Specimen stability/Retention time
Fresh LIQUID stool or stool preserved in Cary Blair media can be stored at room temperature for up to 24 hours or refrigerated for up to 5 days prior to testing. Specimen will be rejected if it has been at RT for greater than 24 hours.