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Test Code C STOOL Stool Culture with EC Toxin and Campy Ag

Cerner Test Code

C STOOL

Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen

Orange Cap Cary-Blair

Processing Instructions

Transfer specimen to an Orange Cap Cary-Blair container within 2 hours of collection. Using the collection spoon attached to the cap, add specimen until the liquid reaches the red line. Do not overfill container past the red line. refrigerate after collection.

Stability

Stability: 72 hrs. refrigerated.

Performed Test Frequency

Everyday

CPT(s)

87045|87899|87899|87899|87015|87077|FOR PATHOGEN ID|87186|FOR SUSCEPTIBILITIES, AS INDICATED

Performing Location

Test performed at MercyOne Clinical Lab, Des Moines, IA, Microbiology.