Laboratory Medicine Program


C. difficile toxin assay
(C. diff)

Clinical Decription:

Method: PCR - Sanger Sequencing; GeneXpert

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Reference ranges for this test are not available online. However, they are included in all test results. For more information, please call us.

Specimen Type: Stool
Volume: 10 mL (minimum: 1 mL)

Shipping: 4C

Special Instructions: Specimens submitted in Enteric Pathogen Media, Starplex SAF or a swab are unacceptable.

Testing Schedule(s): Daily.

Turnaround Time: 1 day

For more information, call 416.340.5227 or 1.866.865.5227