Shiga-like Toxin Antigen, EIA

Test Code
LAB123223 1230101430


Alias/See Also
SHIGA-LIKE


CPT Codes
87899

Includes
E. COLI SHIGATOXIN 1
E. COLI SHIGATOXIN 2


Preferred Specimen
Stool


Minimum Volume
1


Instructions
Specimen source is required on request form for processing.

Acceptable Specimens: Fresh Specimens Specimens recieved in Cary Blair media Unacceptable Specimens Specimens in formalin, PVA or SAF


Transport Container
STERILE CONTAINER


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Reference Range
E. coli Shigatoxin 1- Negative

E.coli Shigatoxin 2- Negative


Performing Laboratory
MWH LAB



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.