Preferred Sample Type

Clostridium difficile (C. dif) Toxin A/B

Clostridium difficile (C. dif) Toxin A/B

Specimen Volume

2mL of loose or liquid stool

Turnaround Time

Up to 7 Days

Sample Stability

If transport is delayed, sample must be refrigerated for up to 48 hours

General Information

Information Sharing: If your sample needs to be referred or a notifiable disease is detected from your sample, your details and sample may be shared with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). This is a legal requirement. The UKHSA is sponsored by the Department of Health and Social Care.

Specifications

  • EQA Status: Enrolled to UK NEQAS scheme
  • EQAS Scheme: Yes

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