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

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