Bordetella Pertussis by PCR

Test Code

BPPRP

Specimen Name

Bordetella Pertussis by PCR

CPT Codes

  • 87798

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Acceptable examples of universal transport are BD UVT, Remel M4, Remel M4RT, Remel M5, Remel M6, UTM (universal transport media) and Liquid Aimes (ESwab) transport media

Stability

Refrigerated 7 days

Volume

Minimum Volume

Performed

Performed Monday through Friday - Reported 1-3 days

Components

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