Test Overview
Method
Loop-mediated isothermal amplification assay (LAMP)
Result Included
Clostridium difficile Toxin gene
Aliases/Synonyms
Antibiotic Associated Diarrhea; Antibiotic Associated Pseudomembranous Colitis; C. difficile Toxin
Specimen
Specimen Type
Feces (Liquid or very soft)Containers
Collection Containers
Sterile Container
Volume
Sample Volume
5-20 mL
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
Collect fresh stool in sterile container. Do NOT use container with transport media. Specimen must conform to the shape of the container.
Handling Information
Store specimen at 2-8°C for up to 24 hours. Freeze at -20°C after 24 hours. Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 24 hours | 30 days |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
3 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
C difficile Toxin GeneNegative
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| CDIFF | C. Difficle Toxin Gene (LAMP) | 8515 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-06-08