CULTURE, STOOL:CAMP./SALM./SHIG./SHIGATOXINS | |
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Test Code: 302 | Specimen Collection: Stool |
Component:
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Collection Notes: Collect fresh stool specimen after onset of symptoms. Preserve in a sterile cup. Rectal swabs from infants and patients with diarrhea are acceptable. | |
Clinical Utility: The identification of these organisms is important for treatment and infection control. | |
CPT Code: 87045, 87046 | Testing Location: AML |
SPECIMEN/STABILITY TYPETemperature:Stool, Cary-Blair Media (5 g ) Ambient 72 Hours Refrigerated 72 Hours Rectal swab/Bactiswab Ambient 72 Hours Refrigerated 72 Hours |