A Clostridium difficile test detects harmful bacteria in your gut that can cause severe digestive symptoms, including persistent diarrhoea and abdominal pain. This test identifies toxins produced by C. diff to confirm active infection quickly and accurately. Early detection helps guide effective treatment and prevent complications or spread to others.

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Clostridium difficile Toxin A is a toxin produced by Clostridium difficile bacteria, which is a major cause of healthcare-associated gastrointestinal infections. The toxin causes inflammation in the intestines, leading to symptoms like diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and in severe cases, colitis or toxic megacolon.

Clostridium difficile Toxin A

Clostridium difficile Toxin B is a potent toxin produced by Clostridium difficile, contributing to severe gastrointestinal infections. It causes significant damage to the intestinal lining, leading to symptoms like diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and potentially life-threatening conditions such as colitis.

Clostridium Difficile Test