ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory
| 0060047: E. coli Shiga-like Toxin by EIA |
| Test Mnemonic: ECSLT AG | |
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#ExistMethodology>
Methodology: Enzyme Immunoassay
*ExistMethodology> #ExistPerformed> Performed: Sun-Sat *ExistPerformed> #ExistReported> Reported: Within 2 days *ExistReported> |
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#ExistCollect>
Collect: Stool. Preserve stool in enteric transport media (Cary-Blair) within one hour of collection. ARUP Supply #29799.
*ExistCollect> #ExistTransport> Transport: Stool in enteric transport media (Cary-Blair) at 2-8°C. (Min: 1 g) Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines. *ExistTransport> #ExistPedCollectTransport> Pediatric Collection/Transport: Submit specimen according to Biological Substance, Category B, shipping guidelines. *ExistPedCollectTransport> #ExistConditions> Unacceptable Conditions: Specimens in other preservatives. *ExistConditions> #ExistStability> Stability: Preserved stool: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 3 days; Frozen: 1 week *ExistStability> |
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| Reference Interval: |
| #ExistRefRange> Negative *ExistRefRange> |
| CPT Code(s): | |
| 87427 |