Guideline Recommendations on Clostridioides difficile Stool Testing After Prior Infection

Persistence of Positive Stool Tests

Testing Asymptomatic Individuals

Testing for Suspected Recurrence

Timing and Frequency of Testing

Clinical Implications of Positive Results

Guideline on CDI Test‑of‑Cure and Post‑Treatment Testing

General Recommendations

Timing of Testing

Testing When Recurrence Is Suspected

Clinical Management

Special Considerations for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)