Culture Clostridium Difficile Test
Also known as: C. difficile Culture, Clostridium difficile Culture Test
Culture Clostridium Difficile Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹1,474. Uses Anaerobic Culture, Automated Identification on Fresh stool in anaerobic transport medium samples. Results in 8 days. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal
Consultant Microbiologist · Reg: 27670
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To detect the presence of Clostridium difficile bacteria in stool samples for diagnosing infections, guiding treatment decisions, and monitoring disease progression.
- Test Code
- 395
- Price
- ₹1,474
- Sample Type
- Fresh stool in anaerobic transport medium
- Result Time
- 8 days
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Anaerobic Culture, Automated Identification
Sample Collection
No special preparation required. Ensure fresh stool sample is collected.
Method: Stool sample collected in provided transport medium
Laboratory Analysis
Collect approximately 5g of fresh stool using the provided anaerobic transport medium. Avoid contamination with urine or water.
Report Delivery
Store the sample at room temperature for up to 2 hours or refrigerate for up to 48 hours before shipping. Ship refrigerated to the laboratory.
Timeline: 8 days
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To detect the presence of Clostridium difficile bacteria in stool samples for diagnosing infections, guiding treatment decisions, and monitoring disease progression.
How to Prepare
- Collect 5g of fresh stool sample
- Use anaerobic transport medium provided by LPL
- Ship refrigerated within specified stability period
- Avoid mixing with urine or water
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Kothari Ramesh Shantilal — MBBS, MD (Microbiology) · Reg. No. 27670
"The Culture Clostridium Difficile Test is essential for diagnosing C. difficile infections, particularly in patients with recent antibiotic use or hospitalization, to guide appropriate treatment and prevent complications."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Sample not in anaerobic transport medium
- Sample exceeds stability time
- Contaminated sample
- Insufficient sample volume
Understanding Your Results
Positive
C. difficile detected, suggesting active infection. Correlate with clinical symptoms and history.
Negative
No C. difficile detected. Clinical correlation is necessary as false negatives can occur.
Consult a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen after testing, or if you have severe diarrhea, fever, or abdominal pain.
Limitations
- ⚠Does not detect C. difficile toxins directly
- ⚠Turnaround time longer than molecular tests
- ⚠May not distinguish between colonization and active infection
Risks & Considerations
- ●No significant risks associated with stool collection
- ●Mild discomfort during sample collection
Interfering Factors
- ●Recent antibiotic use may affect bacterial growth
- ●Improper sample collection or storage
- ●Use of non-anaerobic transport medium
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