STOOL ENTERIC BACTERIA PANEL - SALMONELLA, SHIGELLA, CAMPYLOBACTER AND SHIGA TOXIN, PCR

Message

Preferred Specimen: Stool (loose or liquid, not formed) preserved in Cary Blair Media: Transfer liquid or soft stool samples to a 15mL transport device according to the manufacturer's instructions. Avoid contamination with water or urine. Acceptable Specimen: Stool (loose or liquid, not formed) un-preserved in a dry, clean container . Transfer liquid or soft stool samples to a dry, clean container . Avoid contamination with water or urine.

Test Code

LAB12823 PCRST

Alias/See Also

PCRST

CPT Codes
87505

Instructions

Processing Instructions (Lab use only): Specimen must be received within 48 hours of collection Minimum Testing Volume: Cary Blair container up to fill line or 1 mL in sterile container Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Stability: Ambient: 48 hoursRefrigerated : 5 daysFrozen: Unacceptable Causes for Rejection: Specimens improperly labeled, submitted in an inappropriate transport container or insufficient volumes.

Report Available

STAT 24-Hours|Routine 24-Hours|Timed 24-Hours

Clinical Significance

1230120043

Last Updated: May 18, 2026

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