Bordetella culture (whooping cough)
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About This Test
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Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: Pernasal swab
Turnaround Time: 5-7days |
Culture for B.pertussis and b.parapertussis
Other Comments:
Collection container: Amies thin wire swab with charcoal
Special instructions - Relevant clinical data and details of recent or current antimicrobial treatment should be provided:
Specimen transport: Specimens should be transported as soon as possible.