Test Code 2500428 SHIGA TOXIN 1,2 RAPID TEST
Specimen Requirements
Fresh stool in a clean, leakproof container.
Specimen Stability Information
Stool specimen should be transported to Laboratory ASAP for processing. If unable to transport ASAP refrigerate stool specimen.
Reference Values
Negative
Critical Values
Any POSITIVE result will be called to the physician and forwarded to the State Laboratory for further testing.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
CPT Coding
87015
LOINC Coding
53946-0
Methodology
Immunochromatographic rapid test for detection of Shiga toxins 1 and 2.