C difficile PCR

Test Code
CDIFFPCR


CPT Codes
87493 (87324)

Includes
C diff PCR, reflex to C diff toxin A/B if Positive


Preferred Specimen
Fresh STOOL


Patient Preparation
None

Other Acceptable Specimens
None


Transport Temperature
RT <24 hrs


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated <5 Days


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Formed Stool


Methodology
Real time PCR

Setup Schedule
ASAP


Report Available
ASAP


Reference Range
Not Detected


Performed By
RFGH Laboratory

Performing Laboratory
RFGH Laboratory



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.