Clostridium difficile - toksyna A i B w kale

Test for Clostridium difficile toxins A and B in stool. Toxins A and B produced by Clostridium difficile are the cause of pseudomembranous colitis.

Toxins A and B lead to necrosis of intestinal epithelial cells and an acute inflammatory response in the intestinal wall, resulting in the formation of ulcers.

Must be purchased at the pharmacy or downloaded free of charge at the Point Pick up a special transport container with a cap attached to it spatula and prepare a clean, dry vessel that will serve for the toilet.

• The bladder should be completely emptied before the collection Sample.
• A hazelnut-sized sample of feces, using an applicator should be placed in the required container.
• If the stool is liquid, the sample size should be 2-3 Ml.

Regardless of the size of the sample, feces should be collected from several Places. Submit the sample to the laboratory as far as possible the shortest time from the moment of collection.

It can be at room temperature for up to 2 hours, but After this time, it must be stored in the refrigerator.

In the event of improper preparation for the test, the obtained The result will not be fully reliable.

Some pharmaceuticals may affect test reagents samples used in the laboratory and in the case of faecal culture, they may be inhibit the cultivation of microorganisms. If you do what day you are taking medication consult your doctor if you should take it discontinue before the test.

• The test result is available within 3 working days.
• Possibility to collect the result at the reception of any Center Medicover.
• Possibility to access the result online at Medicover Online (it is necessary to download the access password at the reception desk of the Medical Center Medicover).