Why get tested? To detect the presence of Clostridium difficile toxin
When to get tested? When a patient has mild to moderate non-bloody diarrhea that persists for several days with abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and fever, following antibiotic therapy
Sample required? A fresh stool sample that has not been contaminated with urine or water
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