Molecular / PCR
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Human

C. difficile

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C L I N I C A L  U S E

Standalone PCR detection of Clostridium difficile for when C. difficile alone is wanted rather than the full GI panel. Organism detection only — toxin genes are not reported, so results should be interpreted alongside clinical presentation.

TA R G E T S  D E T E C T E D

Clostridium difficile

S P E C I M E N  R E Q U I R E M E N T S

Specimen type

Stool

Minimum volume

4 mL

Container / kit

Sterile cup

Patient prep

S TA B I L I T Y  &  T R A N S P O RT

Stability

72 hours

Storage

Ambient