BORDATELLA PERTUSSIS DNA AMPLIFICATION FROM NASOPHARYNGEAL SWAB (PCR)
| Synonyms: | Pertussis PCR |
| Computer Code: | (BPERD) |
| Specimen Collection: | Nasopharyngeal swab, using Bordetella swab. |
| Minimum Volume: | |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Maintain at room temperature or 4 ºC for less than or equal to 24 hours. Do not use Calcuim alginate or wooden swabs or cotton swabs. |
| Reference Values: | Negative. |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | MOL DIAG |
| Test Frequency: | 2 x/d M-F, 1 x/d Sat, Sun and holidays |
| Routine TAT: | 4-24 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 87798 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |