Campylobacter Antigen, Stool
eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3711 Stool Culture Screen (DHMC/CGP/APD/NLH)
Test Information
Camplobacter rapid antigen detects C. jejuni and C. coli in human stool.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stool | Stool | OrPara-R | 1.0 | |
Shipping and Handling
Transport Temperature: Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
Ambient: n/a
Refrigerate: 96 hours
Frozen: n/a
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| CAMPYLOBACTER ANTIGEN, STL | 57768-4 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
48 Hours
CPT Code(s)
87449
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)