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CPT Code:
87798(2)
Test Type: One NP/throat swab or 0.5 mL nasal aspirate/wash
Stability Time:
|
Temperature |
Period |
|---|---|
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Room temperature |
5 days |
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Refrigerated |
7 days |
Overview:
This assay is intended to be used as an aid to the diagnosis of Bordetella pertussis (whooping cough) and Bordetella parapertussis (whooping cough-like syndrome).
The target for the B pertussis PCR reaction, a region of IS481, is also found in Bordetella holmesii. A false-positive result for B pertussis DNA may occur if B holmesii is present in the sample tested.
Collection Details:
Collection Instructions:
• Option 1 (preferred): Flocked NP swab submitted dry in plastic transport sleeve (PeopleSoft N° 93307)
• Option 2 (alternate): NP swab submitted in charcoal-containing transport media
• Option 3 (alternate): NP/throat swab submitted in universal transport media (UTM)
• Option 4 (alternate): NP wash/aspirate submitted in sterile container
Maintain specimen at room temperature or refrigerate. Do not freeze charcoal transport swabs or dry swabs. Swabs in UTM and NP aspirates/washes may be frozen for seven days.