C. difficile Infection (CDI)
Diagnostics

Diagnostics

Diagnostics

  • Do not test for cure. Patients may remain positive for several weeks without ongoing infection
  • The test detects the organism, not the toxin
  • CBC
  • Albumin
  • Urea, creatinine, electrolytes
  • If abdominal pain and/or tenderness or other concerning findings
  • As indicated based on patient's clinical presentation
  • As indicated based on patient's clinical presentation