CAMPYLOBACTER (STOOL CULTURE)
01 Overview
02 Details
Why Get Tested?
To determine whether you have an infection of your digestive tract due to the presence of disease-causing (pathogenic) bacteria.
When to Get Tested?
When you have diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and/or vomiting that is severe or lasts more than a few days.
Sample Required?
A fresh stool sample transported to the laboratory within 2 hours or one that has been placed in a transport medium (a collection vial containing a preservative).
Test Preparation Needed?
None