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Bordetella pertussis PCR

Ordering information:

PCR is only useful in the acute phase <4weeks. After this time serology is the recommended test.

Swab samples - performed in-house

Alternate names:
Bordetella pertussis NAD, Pertussis NAD
Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
BOPCR
Specimen types:
Nasopharyngeal Aspirate
Nasopharyngeal swab
NTS - nose & throat swab
Bronchial Washings
Sputum
Container types:
Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal
Sterile Jar
Swab - white top, plain swab, plastic shaft		Viral Transport Media- Nasopharyngeal
Collection Instructions:

Viral Transpot Media is preferred for swab

Transport at room temperature to the Laboratory

Minimum Adult Volume:
0.3 mL
Paediatric Minimum Volume:
0.3 mL
Frequency:
Daily
Result Turnaround Time:
2-3 days
Laboratory Use Only

  

 

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare.  If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW