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87427 Shiga-like toxin ag ia

Pathology & Lab

Also known as: Shiga toxin antigen, Shiga-like toxin test, STLT antigen

Detection of Shiga-like toxin or Shiga toxin antigens from stool specimens using immunoassay methodology.

Clinical Context

Immunoassay detection of Shiga toxins produced by Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Shigella. Important for hemolytic uremic syndrome risk assessment.

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pathologymicrobiologyclinical laboratory

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