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HelpTest Code LAB3919 Bordetella pertussis/parapertussis PCR
Infectious
Synonyms
Bordetella PCR
Pertussis PCR
Bordetella Qualitative PCR
Description
This test is for the qualitative detection of Bordetella pertussis and Bordetella parapertussis from nasopharyngeal (NP) swabs. This FDA-cleared DiaSorin Molecular Simplexa™ test is used to quickly and effectively detect Bordtella infection via nucleic acid amplification.
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Nasopharyngeal swab
Container(s): Universal Transport Media (UTM)
Preferred Vol: 1 Swab
Minimum Vol: 1 Swab
Processing Instructions
CPA: Send sample to Microbiology.
Reject due to: Collection other than a flocked swab in UTM (e.g. dry swab, ESwab, cotton swab, swab with wooden shaft, calcium alginate swab, etc.), collection from a non-NP source.
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: 2 - 8 C (if storing <7 days) OR -70 C (if storing >7 days)
Off-site Collection: Send refrigerated if <7 days old OR frozen at -70 C if 7 days old or greater.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| UTM | Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Availability
| Procedure | Performed | Turn Around Time (TAT) |
|---|---|---|
| PCR | Sun-Fri before 3pm |
1 - 3 days |
Test is not available STAT.
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Microbiology Laboratory
(206) 987-2585
CPT Codes
87798 (x2)