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Comparison by the three assays for toxigenic C. difficile detectiona
| Assay | Hands-on time (min) | Test turnaround time (min) | Cost per test (RMB)b |
|---|---|---|---|
| mPCR-CE | 25 | 132.5 | 35.5 |
| BD MAX Cdiff | 8 | 130 | 150 |
| RTCA | 55c | 1381.1 | 82.5 |
Hands-on time and test turnaround time were calculated on the basis of a full run of 16 stool specimens.
Cost per test was not an exact cost, because the reagent prices fluctuated continually.
This time was calculated after the cell grew in a stable phase.
