ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Clostridium difficile Cytotoxin Antibody by Neutralization : 2002552

Mnemonic: CDIFF AB

Ordering Recommendation: Do not order for diagnosis of C. difficile-associated diarrhea. For research interest/epidemiological purposes only.
Methodology: Antibody Neutralization
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-9 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells. Transfer 2 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 87230