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BORDETELLA PERT/PARAPERT PCR
Whooping Cough DNA by PCR
BORDETELLA DIRECT FA SMEAR
Pertussis DNA by PCR
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Test Overview
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Establish diagnosis of pertussis (whooping cough).
No Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis DNA detected.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Swab posterior nasopharynx with calcium alginate, rayon, or dacron swab and place in M-4 RT media. Can be transported and stored at refrigerated or room temperature for up to 5 days. Do not use BD Eswab collection kit.