Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD89151Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Shiga Toxins, EIA with Reflex to E. coli O157, Culture
Also known as: STX, Escherichia coli Shiga Toxins, EIA, Stool
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test detects Shiga toxins by EIA and reflexively performs culture for Escherichia coli O157 when Shiga toxin is detected, aiding in diagnosis of Shiga toxin–producing E. coli (STEC), including O157 strains.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Limitations not explicitly stated in the source; unable to extract from provided content.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Shiga toxin 1
AnalyteEIA detection
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Shiga toxin 2
AnalyteEIA detection
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
Not provided.
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Stool
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
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