Bacterial isolates of clinical significance including antimicrobial sensitivity testing: Faeces C. Difficile (PCR)

Test/Investigation

Bacterial isolates of clinical significance including antimicrobial sensitivity testing: Faeces C. Difficile (PCR)

Site(s) or Laboratory offering Test/Investigation

NNUH

Comments/Precautions

Please do not send duplicate samples within 28 days. Formed stools will not be tested.

Storage conditions and sample stability between collection and transport to Lab

>12 Hrs/ 24 Hrs Delays - refrigerate

Sample type

Faeces (Blue top or other sterile container)

Turnaround times (TAT) Urgent/Routine/GP or OPD

4 days

If UKAS Accredited Test indicate at which site

NNUH