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E. Coli Shiga Toxins
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E. Coli Shiga Toxins
Access Medical LabsWhat this laboratory test evaluates
DetailsE. Coli Shiga Toxins detects the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli bacteria. These toxins are responsible for severe gastrointestinal illness and complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome.
What type of sample is required for this test?Stool
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional test information
E. Coli Shiga Toxins detects the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli bacteria. These toxins are responsible for severe gastrointestinal illness and complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome.
Collection and processing
- Sample type: Stool
- Fasting: No
- Estimated laboratory processing: Results should arrive 3 business days after the lab receives samples.
How Sunridge uses laboratory information
Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.
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Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.
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About this test
DetailsE. Coli Shiga Toxins detects the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli bacteria. These toxins are responsible for severe gastrointestinal illness and complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome.
What type of sample is required for this test?Stool
Test ResourcesFor more information, please consult your healthcare provider.
Additional details
E. Coli Shiga Toxins detects the presence of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli bacteria. These toxins are responsible for severe gastrointestinal illness and complications such as hemolytic uremic syndrome.
Highlighted health areas
- Gastrointestinal
Biomarkers and report focus
The exact analytes and report format can change. Confirm the current contents in the Fullscript order before payment.
- Shiga-like Toxin E. coli stx1 & stx2