SHIGA 1 AND 2
Shigatoxin 1 and 2 Detection
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2590
Performing Lab:
Saint Luke's Regional Laboratories
Container Type:
Stool in a clean, leak-proof container or in Cary-Blair
Specimen Type:
Stool
Store and Transport:
Refrigerate
Unacceptable Condition:
Stool in formalin or PVA will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
87899 - Shigatoxin One (EAP 30065425)
87899 - Shigatoxin Two (EAP 30065430)
87015 - Concentration of Specimen (EAP 30060270)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Sunday
Method:
Immunochromatographic rapid assay
Reference Ranges:
Negative for Shigatoxin 1, negative for Shigatoxin 2