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Test Code CDT Clostridium difficile Toxin, NAAT, Stool

Important Note

The specimen must be fresh, loose, unformed stool. This test will not be performed on formed stool per Laboratory protocol.

Performing Laboratory

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Specimen Collection Information

 Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Stool 2g Sterile, leak-proof, screw-cap container Refrigerate immediately following collection. If >24, freeze.

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
CDT ALL 0 Minutes – 150 Years C. difficile A+B Toxin Negative    

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Friday

CPT

87493

LOINC

54067-4