Bordetella PCR (whooping cough)
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About This Test
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Department: Microbiology, Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: nose/throat swab Turnaround Time: 2-5 day |
PCR for Bordetella species (referred)
Other Comments:
Collection container: remel MR4 medium (red top, pink liquid)
Special instructions - Relevant clinical data and details if recent or current antimicrobial treatment should be provided:
Specimen transport: If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature